Industrial Plant Maintenance Supervisor

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Performance-based bonus

Vehicle or travel allowance

Professional development

Generous leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, seeks an experienced Industrial Plant Maintenance Supervisor to lead the maintenance team. You will oversee preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance across a range of industrial equipment, ensuring reliability, efficiency, and safety on site.

The role blends on-site supervision with remote planning and admin work, requiring strong leadership, hands-on problem-solving, and a commitment to continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Proven supervisory experience in industrial plant maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Experience with CMMS software.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage a team of maintenance technicians.
• Develop, implement, and manage preventative and predictive maintenance programs.
• Schedule and execute maintenance activities to minimize downtime.
• Ensure safety compliance and enforce company policies in maintenance.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues within the plant.
• Manage spare parts inventory and procurement of maintenance supplies.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide training and development for staff.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and analyze performance data.
• Collaborate with production and engineering to optimise equipment performance.
• Oversee contractors and external vendors performing maintenance work.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Problem solving

Planning & scheduling

Safety compliance

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major player in the manufacturing sector, is looking for an experienced Industrial Plant Maintenance Supervisor to lead their maintenance team in **Vereeniging, Gauteng**. This pivotal role involves overseeing all aspects of plant maintenance, including preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities for a wide range of industrial machinery and equipment. You will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and safety of the plant's operations by managing a team of skilled technicians and coordinating maintenance schedules. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, combining essential on-site supervision with remote planning and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of industrial maintenance principles, and a proven ability to manage resources effectively. Working in the industrial heartland of **Vereeniging**, you will play a critical role in upholding operational excellence and minimizing production disruptions. Your leadership will be key to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and safety within the maintenance department. This role demands a strategic thinker with a practical, hands-on approach to problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage a team of maintenance technicians (mechanical, electrical, etc.).
• Develop, implement, and manage preventative and predictive maintenance programs.
• Oversee the scheduling and execution of all maintenance activities to minimize downtime.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies in the maintenance department.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical and electrical issues within the plant.
• Manage spare parts inventory and procurement of maintenance supplies.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide training and development for maintenance staff.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and analyze performance data.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to optimize equipment performance and reliability.
• Oversee contractors and external vendors performing maintenance work.

Requirements

• Proven experience in industrial plant maintenance, with at least (X) years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) software.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Proficiency in planning and scheduling maintenance activities.
• Commitment to safety and environmental regulations.
• Relevant technical qualification or degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts and participate in on-call rotations as needed in **Vereeniging**.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with regular reviews.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Performance-based bonus incentives.
• Opportunities for professional development and further training.
• Generous annual leave allowance and paid sick leave.
• Company-provided vehicle or travel allowance for site visits.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Potential for career advancement within the organization.
• Access to modern maintenance tools and technologies.