Engineering Manager

I&J Limited; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 000 000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in seafood processing is seeking an Engineering Manager for their factory in Woodstock, Cape Town. The role involves overseeing maintenance and engineering efforts, ensuring safety compliance, and managing a budget for plant operations. Applicants should have over 15 years of experience in maintenance management within an FMCG setting, preferably in food manufacturing. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering and a GCC Factories certificate are required. This is a great opportunity for hands-on leaders committed to excellence in the fishing industry.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in an FMCG environment as an Engineering or Maintenance Manager.
• Experience in a food manufacturing environment, particularly in the fishing industry.
• Knowledge of the OHS Act and equipment technical support.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and engineering efforts for optimizing plant performance.
• Ensure safety and risk compliance in the engineering department.
• Manage maintenance budget and implement cost reduction initiatives.
• Lead and develop the Mechanical and Electrical Engineering team.

Skills

Team leadership

Budget management

Maintenance planning

Utilities management

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Government Certificate of Competency - GCC Factories

Job description

At I&J, part of AVI, we combine close to 115 years of excellence with a forward-thinking approach to the fishing industry. As a leader in premium seafood, including Cape Hake and farmed Cape Abalone, we are committed to sustainability, innovation, and empowering local communities. Our latest innovation, Air-Fri’kn Amazing, brings bold flavours and crispy perfection to your air fryer, showcasing our passion for quality and customer-centric excellence.

Why Join I&J?

• Industry Leader: Work with a renowned brand known for premium Cape Hake and farmed Abalone.
• Sustainability Focused: Contribute to responsible fishing practices with MSC accreditation.
• Community Impact: Be part of a company that empowers and invests in local communities.

An exciting opportunity exists for an Engineering Manager at I&J Primary Processing Factory, Woodstock, Cape Town. The purpose of the role includes the maintenance and engineering effort for the plant including safety and risk compliance, plant equipment availability and performance, utilities and energy management, budget development and people management.

Line Manager: Head of Engineering
Number of Direct Reports: 4

Key Performance Areas

Safety, Health and Environment (SHE)

• General Machinery Regulations GMR 2.1 appointment.
• Collaborate with the Risk Department on compliance matters, risk audits and site security.
• Fire systems maintenance and compliance with ASIB code.

People Management

• Ensure appropriate team structure that is aligned with the site engineering and maintenance strategy, as well as the proper manufacturing support.
• Develop and maintain the foremen and artisan competencies.
• Manage the overall morale of the Mechanical and Electrical Engineering team.

Maintenance Budget

• Compile the annual maintenance budget.
• Monthly maintenance cost control and reporting.
• Oversee and implement cost reduction and productivity initiatives.
• Oversee critical spares identification, management and control.

Plant and Services Availability

• Equipment availability management.
• Equipment MTBF and MTTR improvement.
• Equipment shutdown management and Preventative Maintenance (PM) schedules.
• Co-ordinate OEM support on critical equipment.

Maintenance Department Performance

• KPI’s tracking and reporting.
• Employee management and control.
• Maintenance system improvement and strategy.
• Maintenance strategy and tactical approach.
• Foreman and Artisan leadership, training and development.
• ERP system improvement.

Maintenance Systems Improvement and Strategy

• Maintenance strategy and tactical approach.
• Root Cause Analysis identification.
• Support world class manufacturing strategy.
• Team structure to match the strategy.

Utilities Management

• Water and energy reporting and sustainability improvement.

Minimum Requirements

Experience

• Applicants must possess significant, multi-decade professional experience in maintenance and engineering management. We therefore welcome experienced Engineering Managers who are at any stage of their careers, whether contract-based or permanent.
• We are seeking a hands-on leader with high standards to uplift equipment condition and address practical risk issues. The successful individual will spend much of their time in the factory bringing change and leading by example.
• Minimum 15+ years within an FMCG environment as an Engineering Manager or Maintenance Manager
• Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment, particularly the fishing industry would be advantageous

Qualifications

• Completed Bachelor's Degree or National Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• Government Certificate of Competency - GCC Factories

Additional Requirements

• Maintenance systems and measures
• OHS Act knowledge and experience
• Experience of equipment technical support - mechanical, electrical, process
• Food safety requirements, such as HACCP and AIB would be advantageous