SUMMARY:
Plant Engineer - Mandeni, KZN
POSITION INFO:
Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Plant Engineer’s main role is to support and participate in the implementation and execution of the plant asset maintenance programme aimed to eliminate unplanned stops and optimise maintenance cost and as a result increase Plant efficiency.
The successful applicant will be responsible for but not limited to the following job functions:
Ensure the formulation of the Plant engineering strategy and implementation thereof.
Design and implement effective asset care practices for the Plant.
Actively participate in maintenance routines to ensure that maintenance activities are scheduled and executed in time with high quality.
Support and participate in the implementation maintenance methodologies.
Stand as a Responsible person for Isithebe Maltings Plant executing all the responsibilities assigned.
Master and coach breakdown analysis.
Responsible to ensure effective utilization of AMM system.
Provide input for annual maintenance budget, reports and track the maintenance budget.
Build up maintenance methodologies competencies within Engineering.
Develop engineering skills in conjunction with Plant Management.
Assist with the technical training program for all Plant maintenance staff.
Support production to eliminate quality defects, safety risks and chronic technical issues.
Support and participate in the implementation of applicable standards.
Continuously identify, review, and apply appropriate technological innovation for the business.
Ensure adherence to applicable legal and regulatory standards in the area of responsibility.
Qualifications and Experience
Matric and Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (mechanical, industrial, manufacturing, or electrical) or equivalent tertiary qualification.
Wireman’s License.
MV switching certification (advantageous)
Knowledge of Manway, Total Quality Management, HACCP, FSSC 22000, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 Management Systems would be an advantage.
ECSA
ICMEESA.
Good knowledge of Asset maintenance.
5 years of work experience in a similar role.
FMCG Manufacturing experience preferred
Good knowledge of AMM system (SAP PM module)
Experience in leading Capex projects.
Experience in working in a multifunctional team.
Experience in fault finding on letter logic (advantageous).
Strong technical knowledge and experience on high-speed packing machines, electrical stators, VSD & servo drive systems.
Experience in managing electrical compliance onsite.
SAP experience
Salary - R750 000
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