Port Elizabeth: Manufacturing Maintenance Superintendent

About the Role

The Manufacturing Maintenance Superintendent is a critical role that oversees the daily operations of the maintenance function within the Wheel Making area. This position requires a highly skilled and experienced individual to ensure maximum equipment availability and reliability, while also supporting initiatives aimed at reducing the plant’s energy consumption and environmental footprint.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate the daily operations of the maintenance function within the Wheel Making area.
• Ensure maximum equipment availability and reliability to meet production planning requirements.
• Work closely with the Maintenance Superintendent (Wheel Finishing) and the Maintenance Planner to ensure continuous availability of plant services and infrastructure.
• Maintain and regularly review the critical spare parts inventory for the Wheel Making department.
• Identify, analyse, and resolve maintenance constraints or equipment breakdowns efficiently.
• Manage and control the maintenance budget for the Wheel Making section.
• Collaborate with the Production Department to identify operational challenges and implement effective technical solutions.
• Support initiatives aimed at reducing the plant’s energy consumption and environmental footprint.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of energy-saving projects and technologies.
• Provide technical guidance and support to the maintenance team when required, including during urgent operational situations.
• Participate in internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with required standards and procedures.

Requirements

• Red Seal Trade Qualification (Mechanical or Industrial Electrical) essential
• National Diploma in Engineering or related field advantageous
• Supervisory or Leadership Qualification advantageous

Qualifications

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Salary & Benefits

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