Hybrid Maintenance Supervisor for Heavy Industrial Machinery

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical aid and provident fund

Training and development opportunities

Hybrid work model

Overtime potential

Annual leave entitlement

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a proactive Maintenance Supervisor for our client in Klerksdorp, North West. You will lead a team of technicians, plan maintenance schedules, and oversee preventive and corrective tasks for heavy industrial machinery. A hands-on, safety-focused leader is essential in this hybrid role.

You will manage spare parts, coordinate contractors, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations while driving equipment efficiency and reliability at the site.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supervising maintenance in heavy industrial settings.
• Strong mechanical, electrical and hydraulic knowledge.
• Experience with preventative and predictive maintenance methods.
• Leadership, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to read drawings and manuals; safety-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct maintenance technicians in repairs and preventative work.
• Develop and manage preventative maintenance programs.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical and hydraulic issues.
• Ensure safe maintenance activities in line with policies and regulations.
• Manage spare parts inventory and contractor work
• Maintain accurate records of activities, history and costs.
• Lead toolbox talks and safety inspections for the team.
• Assist in procurement of new equipment and spares
• Train and mentor staff to improve skills

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

CMMS

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Team supervision

Education

Technical qualification (N6 or Diploma)

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

Placements24 seeks a proactive Maintenance Supervisor for our client in Klerksdorp, North West. You will lead a team of technicians, plan maintenance schedules, and oversee preventive and corrective tasks for heavy industrial machinery. A hands-on, safety-focused leader is essential in this hybrid role.

You will manage spare parts, coordinate contractors, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations while driving equipment efficiency and reliability at the site.