Electrical Maintenance Supervisor - Plant Reliability Lead

Placements24; The Islands (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Leadership growth

Health & retirement

Training & development

Stable working environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Supervisor to lead the maintenance team at the Paarl plant. You will ensure reliability of all electrical equipment, minimize downtime, and drive continuous improvement across preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, and safety programs.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in industrial electrical systems, leadership abilities, and a commitment to safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Qualified Electrician (Trade Test) with a strong background in industrial electrical maintenance.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical maintenance, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Proven experience with industrial control systems, motor control, and power distribution.
• Solid understanding of electrical safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) for work order management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of the electrical maintenance team.
• Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive preventative maintenance program for electrical equipment.
• Oversee the troubleshooting and repair of electrical faults and breakdowns across the facility.
• Ensure all electrical maintenance activities are performed safely and in compliance with relevant regulations and company policies.
• Manage spare parts inventory for electrical components and equipment.
• Train and mentor maintenance staff, fostering a culture of safety, skill development, and accountability.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Leadership

CMMS

Safety procedures

Education

Trade Test Electrician

Tools

CMMS software

Industrial control systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Supervisor to lead the maintenance team at the Paarl plant. You will ensure reliability of all electrical equipment, minimize downtime, and drive continuous improvement across preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, and safety programs.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in industrial electrical systems, leadership abilities, and a commitment to safety and compliance.