Area Maintenance Manager

Recruiter:

Bilnor Labour

Job Ref:

PTA000714/Mike

Date posted:

Monday, May 11, 2026

Location:

Sasolburg, South Africa

Salary:

To be discussed

SUMMARY:
Bilnor Staffing Solutions' client in the Watercare sector is seeking a Area Maintenance Manager for position in Sasolburg, FS. South African Citizens and those living in the area will be preferred.

POSITION INFO:
Seeking a dynamic and strategic Area Maintenance Manager to lead andenhance maintenance and asset management practices at New Vaal Brine Colliery Water Treatment Plant.
This role goes beyond traditional maintenance execution and plays a key strategic role in shaping asset management strategy, ensuring contractual compliance, and improving
operational reliability across multiple sites. The incumbent will be responsible for implementing modern maintenance systems, driving technological improvements, and ensuring that
equipment, machinery, and infrastructure operate efficiently to meet the company’s operational and contractual obligations.
The role includes providing technical leadership and maintenance support services to all
Operation & Maintenance contracts and projects managed by us.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Play a strategic leadership role in shaping and implementing the Company’s assetmanagement strategy while ensuring contractual compliance and operational excellence.
Lead and mentor maintenance teams, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional development.
Conduct monthly GMR 2.1 plant inspections and audits, ensuring timely corrective actions and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Develop implementation of Company’s asset management policy, strategy and objectives.
Manage the maintenance processes to ensure the optimal functioning of production processes / operations.
Ensure compliance with standard operating procedures, contractual agreements and safety guidelines.
Drive the implementation and optimization of the Computerised Maintenance

Management System (CMMS), including spares and asset lifecycle management.
- Champion technology-driven maintenance practices, including condition monitoring, predictive maintenance and digital maintenance systems.
- Manage condition monitoring activities, including vibration analysis and infrared scanning to improve asset reliability.
- Develop and maintain operational and strategic maintenance reports to support data driven decision making.
- Coordinate with suppliers and service providers regarding spares, equipment and materials.
- Ensure preventative maintenance and spares management systems are effectively implemented and maintained.
- Provide guidance on breakdowns, corrective maintenance and root cause analysis to minimise downtime and improve system performance.
- Conduct maintenance audits and compile corrective action plans.
- Maintain effective administration, reporting and control procedures to meet performance objectives.
- Ensure efficient resource planning and management to achieve operational targets.
- Maintain high levels of client satisfaction by delivering professional and reliable service.
- Facilitate knowledge sharing and collaboration between sites and the engineering department to strengthen organisational capability.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES
- Demonstrated experience in maintenance strategy, asset management and reliability improvement.
- Strong leadership capability with proven experience in coaching and mentoring technical teams.
- Computer literate with Microsoft Office and CMMS experience.
- Strong business and management skills, including prioritisation, coordination, planning and problem solving.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Strong analytical ability and decision-making skills.
- Commitment to customer service, continuous improvement and innovation.
- Experience in planned maintenance and project management.

Duties & responsibilities at each company must be clearly listed on CV.
No criminal record.
Be medically fit & able to pass a medical examination.

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