Lead Maintenance Technician

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Career advancement and training

Paid time off and holidays

On-site role in Mahikeng

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a Lead Maintenance Technician to manage maintenance operations in Mahikeng. This hands-on role requires guiding a team, maintaining critical industrial equipment, and ensuring safety and efficiency on-site.

You will oversee repairs, preventive maintenance, and scheduling, working closely with production to minimize downtime and uphold high standards across client operations in the Mahikeng area.

Qualifications

• Extensive leadership experience in a maintenance supervisory role.
• In-depth knowledge of industrial machinery, electrical systems, and mechanical components.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Proficiency in using maintenance management software and diagnostic tools.
• Commitment to safety and adherence to rigorous standards.
• Experience in planning and scheduling maintenance work.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and execute scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities for industrial equipment.
• Perform complex repairs on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs to minimize equipment failures.
• Lead, train, and mentor a team of maintenance technicians, assigning tasks and monitoring performance.
• Ensure adherence to all safety regulations, company policies, and industry best practices.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Manage spare parts inventory and ensure availability of necessary components.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs, and costs.
• Collaborate with production and operations teams to schedule maintenance activities with minimal disruption.
• Conduct regular site inspections to identify potential hazards or maintenance needs.

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance expertise

Diagnostics

Communication

Planning & scheduling

Safety compliance

Technical certifications

Education

Trade qualification

Tools

Maintenance software

Diagnostic tools

Job description

About the Role

WhatJobs Direct is seeking an experienced and highly capable Lead Maintenance Technician to manage maintenance operations in Mahikeng . This is a hands-on role where you will be responsible for the upkeep, repair, and preventative maintenance of critical industrial equipment and facilities. As a lead technician, you will not only perform technical tasks but also guide and mentor a team of maintenance personnel, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards. We are looking for a proactive individual with strong leadership skills, extensive technical knowledge, and a commitment to operational excellence. Your expertise will be vital in minimizing downtime and ensuring the smooth functioning of client operations in the Mahikeng area. This role requires a dedicated professional who thrives in a dynamic, on-site environment and is adept at problem-solving and team coordination. You will be instrumental in maintaining the integrity and performance of essential systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and execute scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities for industrial equipment.


• Perform complex repairs on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.


• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs to minimize equipment failures.


• Lead, train, and mentor a team of maintenance technicians, assigning tasks and monitoring performance.


• Ensure adherence to all safety regulations, company policies, and industry best practices.


• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.


• Manage spare parts inventory and ensure availability of necessary components.


• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs, and costs.


• Collaborate with production and operations teams to schedule maintenance activities with minimal disruption.


• Conduct regular site inspections to identify potential hazards or maintenance needs.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a Maintenance Technician, with a proven track record in a leadership or supervisory role.


• In-depth knowledge of industrial machinery, electrical systems, and mechanical components.


• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.


• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.


• Proficiency in using maintenance management software and diagnostic tools.


• Commitment to safety and adherence to rigorous standards.


• Experience in planning and scheduling maintenance work.


• Relevant technical certifications or a trade qualification.


• Ability to work effectively on-site in the Mahikeng area.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.


• Retirement savings plan.


• Opportunities for career advancement and specialized training.


• Paid time off and holiday leave.


• Work with a dedicated team in Mahikeng .