MAINTENANCE MANAGER

Recruiter:

Watershed Consulting

Job Ref:

Paul MMBT

Date posted:

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

R75000 CTC / Month negotiable

SUMMARY:
To manage the maintenance department, of a chemical manufacturing company, by managing all facilities and utilities (production, warehousing, buildings, etc.) through planned and breakdown maintenance plus project management whilst maintaining the budget.

POSITION INFO:

Duties:

Ensure the department operates in accordance with Environmental and H&S Legislation at all times
Conduct monthly inspections and compile an ongoing preventative maintenance check list.
Participate in production meetings to ensure smooth running operations
Manage maintenance employees ensuring effective deployment of a motivated and responsible team
Manage maintenance plan and coordinate maintenance activities daily
Manage breakdowns and emergencies
Manage department budget through daily expense control, motivation and implementation
Build and maintain relationships with approved contractors and service providers, ensuring critical resources are maintained effectively
Comply with ISO accreditation requirements by ensuring respective ISO standards are always met.
Ensure that all tools and maintenance equipment is properly maintained and available for use.
Ensure excellent communication between maintenance and other departments.

Requirements:

Tertiary qualification in Mechanical / Electrical (B.Eng. or B. Tech) or qualified Millwright
Be comfortable working within a fast-paced manufacturing and ISO accredited environment
Focused and detail orientated
At least 5-6 years’ managerial experience.
Good Administrative skills, with an excellent understanding of project costing, expense control and budgets
Good knowledge of MS Office packages
Full understanding of OHS act and all legal requirements
ISO standard knowledge
Good communication skills
Team Player
Must have a valid Code 8 driver’s license, with own reliable transport

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