Standerton: GCC Electrical Engineer Manager posted by Top Vitae

The Engineering Manager is responsible for overseeing the engineering and maintenance functions of the plant, ensuring the delivery of high-quality technical solutions and minimizing plant downtime. This role involves leading a team of engineers and artisans, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and managing the maintenance of the factory and engineering projects. The Maintenance Manager will also be responsible for maintaining a high % uptime on site and proactively addressing potential breakdowns.

Educational and Professional Requirements:

• Electrical Qualification ; Masters degree advantageous.
• Professional Engineering registration or Government Certificate of Competency (GCC).
• Red Seal qualification (Millwright) preferred.
• Proven experience in working with pumps, compressors, mills, boilers, and other critical equipment.
• Proven experience in the engineering field within a similar industry.
• Experience with agile methodologies and project management tools.
• Client wanting 80% plant maintenance and 20% projects experience
• The role involves 30% time spent being hands on
• 30% time spent on team management
• 30% time doing planning/administration / seeing to spares

Responsibilities:

Team Leadership and Development:

• Manage and lead a team of maintenance personnel (engineers and artisans), providing mentorship, guidance, and career development support.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence within the engineering team.
• Identify skills gaps and collaborate with HR to develop training programs.
• Provide mentoring to successors and assist in recruiting suitable engineering talent.
• Foster a culture of can do spirit and teamwork amongst subordinates.
• Motivate and inspire continuous improvement within the team.

Project and Maintenance Management:

• Coordinate with management and other stakeholders to define project scope, requirements, and timelines.
• Manage engineering and equipment suppliers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of support services and equipment.
• Plan and prioritize engineering and maintenance resources to meet project goals.
• Oversee the design, development, and deployment of technical solutions.
• Monitor engineering, project, and maintenance progress and performance, ensuring adherence to quality standards and timelines.
• Develop and implement maintenance strategies to improve plant reliability and performance.
• Create effective key performance indicators (SMART) for the engineering team and manage team performance and deliverables.

Operational Excellence:

• Minimize plant breakdowns through proactive maintenance and addressing technical and operational risks.
• Ensure high % uptime on site by effectively managing maintenance activities and responding to emergencies.
• Oversee the operation and maintenance of critical equipment, including pumps, compressors, mills, and boilers.
• Implement and improve maintenance strategies to enhance equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Handle conflict and disputes effectively in collaboration with HR.

Technical Expertise:

• Possess strong PLC knowledge and experience (at least 2+ years), preferably on Allan Bradley systems.
• Utilize a strong technical background to address and solve engineering challenges.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in engineering management.
• Ensure equipment is operated as per Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) instructions and recommendations.

Safety and Compliance:

• Identify and address safety risks, ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation.
• Ensure total confidentiality of all internal and external information pertaining to the business.
• Develop and enforce department policies and procedures to maintain a safe and efficient working environment.
• Act as GMR 2 for the site.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Highly organized and structured approach to work.
• Willing to go the extra mile.
• Work alternate weekends and public holidays.
• Strong leadership abilities and excellent communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Ability to effectively hold communication meetings and disseminate information to the team.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Effectively manage team productivity and address non-conformances.
• Create and develop efficient department policies and procedures.
• Improve, develop, and implement maintenance strategies.
• Monitor and address team productivity and non-conformances.

Please consider your application unsuccessful if you have not received a response within 2 weeks