Maintenance Manager (Engineer)

SUMMARY:

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager with a proven track record of success in plant maintenance and a strong focus on preventative maintenance implementation.
The ideal candidate will have a Mechanical Engineering Degree in combination with a GCC Factories qualification and a GMR2 appointment.
Preferance will be given to candidates with experience in Boilers and Hydraulics.
This is a senior role requiring hands-on problem-solving, strategic planning, and a commitment to operational excellence.
Ready to elevate your career, apply now or contact me if you have any questions:  Adel - 0828283618 adel@gmrc.co.za

POSITION INFO:
Requirements:

• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering - Not negotiable.
• 10 Years' maintenance exp. within the manufacturing industry.
• 5 years' experience in a management role.
• Experience in boilers, Pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Expertise in maintenance planning, scheduled maintenance, and successful plant shutdowns.
• Strong leadership in driving preventative and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Ability to optimise plant reliability and efficiency within a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical and Control Systems.

Responsibilities will include but not limited to:
Maintenance Strategy and Execution

• Develop and implement robust maintenance strategy, encompassing planned, preventative and reactive maintenance tailored to the needs of the plant.
• Ensure the efficient functioning of manufacturing equipment
• Minimise downtime through quick response and effective troubleshooting of machinery issues.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules for machinery, equipment and facility.
• Manage the installation, commissioning and repair of equipment needed.
• Fulfil succession plan as per group engineer requirements, GCC credentials and GMR2.
• Plan projects and production shutdown

Team leadership and management

• Supervise and lead a team of maintenance personnel
• Assign tasks and monitor the teams progress to meet maintenance objectives.
• Train, mentor and evaluate team members to ensure high performance and skills development

Budgeting and resource management

• Manage the maintenance department budget
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers and service providers for spare parts and consumables
• Act on analysis of cost recovery
• Appoint project team and subcontracts
• Cost analysis

Performance monitoring and reporting

• Prepare and present regular reports on maintenance activities and system performance
• Manage ad control the delivery of service such as electricity, steam and water
• Job card frequency analysis to improve scheduling database
• Capturing and detail analysis of job card
• Monitor the performance and reliability of equipment and systems
• Implementation of time and task specific schedule (OEE)

Compliance and safety

• Conduct risk assessments and implement corrective actions to mitigate potential hazards
• Ensure all maintenance activities are conducted safely and in accordance with HSE regulations
• Lead incidents investigations related to maintenance and implement corrective actions
• Maintains documentation to demonstrate compliance with relevant standards and regulations

Continuous improvement

• Identify and implement new technologies or processes to improve maintenance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Collaborate with other departments to support production
• Participate in projects to ensure proper integration of maintenance requirements

 

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