Hands-On Maintenance Manager – Warehouse & Cold Storage

Bay Recruit; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Bay Recruit is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager for a large warehouse or cold storage operation. The role is hands-on and focused on keeping machinery, equipment and the facility running efficiently in a demanding environment.

You will lead day-to-day maintenance, plan preventative and corrective work, manage stock and spares, and handle administration. The role requires welding, electrical and basic mechanical skills and strong organisation.

Qualifications

• Experience in large warehouse or cold storage maintenance.
• Hands-on and technically capable in multiple trades.
• Strong in preventative maintenance planning.
• Experience with stock control and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day maintenance of the facility.
• Oversee general maintenance and repairs including welding and fabrication.
• Perform basic mechanical and electrical maintenance and troubleshoot faults.
• Plan and coordinate preventative and corrective maintenance.
• Maintain maintenance schedules and identify requirements before issues arise.
• Manage maintenance-related stock and ensure critical parts are available.
• Keep accurate maintenance records and organise maintenance activities and priorities.

Skills

Warehouse maintenance

Troubleshooting

Electrical maintenance

Welding

Preventative maintenance

Stock control

Administration

Inventory management

Maintenance planning

Tools

Welding equipment

Electrical testing tools

Inventory software

Job description

Bay Recruit is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager for a large warehouse or cold storage operation. The role is hands-on and focused on keeping machinery, equipment and the facility running efficiently in a demanding environment.

You will lead day-to-day maintenance, plan preventative and corrective work, manage stock and spares, and handle administration. The role requires welding, electrical and basic mechanical skills and strong organisation.