Head of Maintenance - KZN

Tumaini; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in KwaZulu-Natal is looking for a Head of Maintenance with extensive experience in heavy industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background, proven maintenance skills, and expertise in PLC programming and automation. This role offers the opportunity to lead a dynamic team and drive operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of heavy industrial experience.
• Trade-tested as Millwright, Electrician, or Fitter and Turner.
• At least 5 years of maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance operations and ensure efficiency.
• Manage electrical heavy and light current installation and maintenance.
• Implement PLC programming and automation solutions.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA systems

Automation

Education

Matric

Mechanical or Electrical Engineering qualification

Tools

Electrical installation

Maintenance tools

Job description

Head of Maintenance

Our client in KZN is seeking an energetic and experienced Head of Maintenance to join their team.

Requirements:

• Matric
• Mechanical or Electrical Engineering qualification
• Minimum of 10 years of heavy industrial experience
• Experience in electrical heavy and light current installation and maintenance
• Trade-tested as Millwright, Electrician, or Fitter and Turner
• At least 5 years of maintenance experience
• Experience with PLC programming, SCADA systems, and automation

Note: Correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates. If you do not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.