Dayshift Assistant Mechanical Foreman: Lead Plant Ops

Pronel Consultants; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 268,000; Full time

Job summary

Pronel Consultants seeks an assistant mechanical foreman for the day shift to lead the mechanical team in a fast-paced plant environment in Pretoria, Gauteng. This hands-on role requires strong leadership and the ability to manage maintenance tasks and conveyor systems.

Candidates should have foreman experience and knowledge of pumps, bearings, belts, and alignment, with willingness to work overtime and standby. Own transport may be preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous mechanical management/foreman experience.
• Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and take ownership.
• Experience with plant mechanical maintenance.
• Knowledge of pumps, fittings and alignment.
• Bearing fitment and mechanical alignment.
• Sprockets, chains, V-belts and pulleys.
• Conveyor systems and bucket elevators.
• FMCG experience and automation knowledge will be advantageous.
• Heat exchanger and boiler experience will be advantageous.

Skills

Foreman experience

Leadership

Problem solving

Plant maintenance

Pumps and fittings

Conveyors

Automation knowledge

FMCG experience

Job description

Pronel Consultants seeks an assistant mechanical foreman for the day shift to lead the mechanical team in a fast-paced plant environment in Pretoria, Gauteng. This hands-on role requires strong leadership and the ability to manage maintenance tasks and conveyor systems.

Candidates should have foreman experience and knowledge of pumps, bearings, belts, and alignment, with willingness to work overtime and standby. Own transport may be preferred.