Group Maintenance Manager

Pollock & Associates; Durban; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy and manufacturing sector organization in Durban is seeking an experienced Group Maintenance Manager. This role requires a hands-on leader with technical expertise to drive maintenance strategy and ensure compliance across multiple sites, focusing on asset performance and team development.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years' experience in maintenance management post-graduation.
• Experience in the petroleum, gas, energy, or chemical sector is advantageous.
• South African citizenship and resident of Durban or willing to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of maintenance strategies across all branches and terminals.
• Drive statutory compliance and ensure adherence to OHSACT regulations.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to maintenance teams.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Knowledge of OHSACT

Collaboration

Technical talent development

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Government Certificate of Competency - GCC

Job description

A leading energy and manufacturing sector organisation is seeking an experienced Group Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance strategy execution across multiple branches and terminals. Based in Durban, this role requires a hands-on leader with deep technical knowledge and a passion for engineering excellence and compliance. The successful candidate will ensure optimal asset performance, compliance with statutory maintenance regulations, and ongoing development of the maintenance function.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (Essential)
• Government Certificate of Competency – GCC (Essential)
• Over 10 years’ experience in maintenance management post-graduation
• Experience in the petroleum, gas, energy, or chemical sector (Advantageous)
• South African citizenship (Essential)
• Resident of Durban or willing to relocate permanently

Skills & Attributes:

• Strategic thinker with proven leadership ability
• Strong knowledge of OHSACT and compliance frameworks
• Collaborative and passionate about developing technical talent
• Able to travel regularly and engage stakeholders across multiple locations

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead implementation of maintenance strategies across all branches and terminals.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to site-based Maintenance Managers and mechanical engineers.
• Drive statutory compliance and ensure adherence to OHSACT regulations.
• Review and monitor maintenance budgets (Capex and expenses).
• Champion continuous improvement, asset optimisation, and team development.
• Provide engineering support and training to drive mechanical competence across sites.