Factory Maintenance Team Lead

Tongaat Hulett; Empangeni; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Tongaat Hulett Sugar - Felixton is seeking a Factory Team Leader to oversee mechanical maintenance in the Factory/Engineering area. You will lead artisans, ensure machine availability, and coordinate with services departments to support production.

Requirements include a minimum N3 Mechanical and Trade Test, completed apprenticeship as Mechanical Fitter, and experience in heavy industry. You will work with discipline and lead teams to deliver safe, efficient operations.

Qualifications

• N3 Mechanical and Trade Test completed.
• Apprenticeship completed as Mechanical Fitter.
• Maintenance and production experience in heavy industry.
• Dynamic, able to work under pressure and with people at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all machinery under control in good condition.
• Lead and supervise artisans in the Factory section.
• Liaise with services departments regarding required services in the extraction section.
• Initiate purchase requisitions for authorisation by Plant Engineer.
• Ensure 100% availability of machinery in the factory section.
• Maintain tool registers, ensure subordinates have correct PPE and Safe Work Procedures.
• Ensure adherence to SHE procedures (Work permits, toolbox talks, Take 5s, PJOs, etc.).
• Set tasks for subordinates and monitor completion of scheduled maintenance to standard and provide leadership.
• Participate in plant upgrade and project initiatives as directed by the Plant Engineer.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Supervisory leadership

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Education

N3 Mechanical

Trade Test

Apprenticeship - Mechanical Fitter

Job description

Tongaat Hulett Sugar - Felixton is seeking a Factory Team Leader to oversee mechanical maintenance in the Factory/Engineering area. You will lead artisans, ensure machine availability, and coordinate with services departments to support production.

Requirements include a minimum N3 Mechanical and Trade Test, completed apprenticeship as Mechanical Fitter, and experience in heavy industry. You will work with discipline and lead teams to deliver safe, efficient operations.