Key Responsibilities Maintenance Operations and Control Ensure all plant, infrastructure, and equipment undergo effective reactive, predictive, and preventative maintenance as required, minimizing potential failures and optimizing production processes. Coordinate first-line maintenance to prevent or limit downtime. Raise job cards for required maintenance work, ensuring that work permits (e.g., for hot work, vessel entry, and elevated work) are escalated to management for approval. Drive and participate in fault analysis of equipment failures, including Root Cause Analysis, 5 Whys, 8D, etc. Approve completed job cards and ensure all work meets quality and safety standards. Maintain a safe working environment by ensuring that operators follow proper safety and housekeeping protocols. Compliance Operate within established controls and procedures to ensure integrity and prevent wasteful or irregular expenditure. Identify and report risks or concerns to management. Ensure adherence to relevant health, safety, and environmental legislation to minimize risks and protect the organization and environment. Customer Service Maintain effective relationships with internal and external customers to provide high-quality service. Represent the company in meetings with stakeholders. Address issues creatively while upholding the organizations core values. Staff Supervision Ensure that all employees have signed performance agreements. Monitor and measure performance through quarterly employee appraisals. Collaborate with HR to set performance objectives, identify development areas, and create action plans as necessary. Provide training and development opportunities for staff. Address employee relations matters in a fair and timely manner. Cost and Financial Control Contribute to the budget preparation process and ensure financial resources are used effectively, efficiently, and transparently. Monitor and control expenditures to ensure spending is within budget limits and aligns with financial guidelines. Identify opportunities for cost control and reduction. Qualifications Minimum Requirements : Education : Certificate in a technical discipline or maintenance-related field (NQF Level 5). Experience : Up to 5 years of experience in maintenance operations in a manufacturing environment, including 1-2 years at a supervisory level. Certifications : Trade Test (NQF 5). Advantageous : Education : Diploma in a technical discipline or maintenance-related field (NQF Level 6). Experience : Up to 3 years of experience working shifts. Technical Competencies Proficiency in computer literacy (MS Office Suite, SAP, ERP, and other job-specific software systems). In-depth knowledge of maintenance practices, procedures, and processes. Understanding of compliance with applicable legislation, safety regulations, and other manufacturing-related regulations. Behavioral Competencies Proactive and action-oriented Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Flexible and adaptable to changing environments Strong planning and organizing skills Effective supervisory skills Customer-focused with excellent communication skills Resilient, able to work under pressure and manage conflict situations Excellent verbal and written communication skills This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled maintenance professional to join a dynamic team focused on operational excellence. Our client offers a collaborative environment that values expertise, supports career development, and encourages continuous improvement. If you`re ready to take on a leadership role and contribute to the success of the team, apply today

Maintenance Supervisor position available in Nelson Mandela Bay, Port Elizabeth. This job position was posted by . The job has been posted on 2025-03-03 in the Engineering category

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