Head of Engineering

RPO Recruitment; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fishing company is looking for a Head of Engineering (Land-Based) to oversee operations in Saldanha, Western Cape. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in FMCG engineering and will drive the asset care function. Key responsibilities include leading maintenance operations and implementing improvement strategies. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and commission structure

Medical Insurance

Retirement Annuity Benefits

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Training and resources to stay updated on industry trends

Qualifications

• 8 years' experience in FMCG engineering, with at least 3 years in management.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles, maintenance systems, and compliance standards.
• Strategic planning and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive efficient execution of a compliant asset care maintenance programme.
• Oversee maintenance facilities, material, and information management processes.
• Monitor continuous improvement of engineering systems and processes.

Skills

Experience in FMCG engineering

Leadership and team development skills

Analytic thinking and problem-solving skills

Communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Education

B Degree in Engineering (Electrical/Industrial/Mechanical preferred)

GCC (Government Certificate of Competency)

Job description

Job Title: Head of Engineering (Land-Based)

A leading fishing company is looking for an experienced Head of Engineering (Land-Based) with strong experience in FMCG engineering to join their team in Saldanha, Western Cape. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated engineering professional to drive operational plans for the Saldanha Asset Care function by ensuring all land-based assets are compliant, available, and performing to standard. If you have experience in land-based engineering and a passion for leading high-performance teams, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Drive efficient execution of a compliant asset care maintenance programme.
• Oversee maintenance facilities, material, and information management processes.
• Monitor continuous improvement of engineering systems and processes.
• Ensure effective cost control and execution of capital projects.
• Lead and develop a high-performance asset care team.

Requirements:

• B Degree in Engineering (Electrical/Industrial/Mechanical preferred).
• GCC (Government Certificate of Competency).
• 8 years' experience in FMCG engineering, with at least 3 years in management.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles, maintenance systems, and compliance standards.
• Strategic planning and project management skills.
• Analytic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Leadership and team development skills.
• Communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Knowledge of fishery operations and regulatory framework will be advantageous.
• Knowledge of quality assurance processes and standards to ensure engineering projects meet regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Competitive salary and commission structure.
• Medical Insurance and Retirement Annuity Benefits.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Training and resources to stay updated on industry trends and best practices.

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We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.