Lead Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor

Minopex; Limpopo; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Minopex is seeking an experienced mechanical maintenance supervisor for sites in the Rustenburg and Limpopo regions. The role focuses on delivering reliable maintenance services aligned with client requirements, including planning, supervision, and safe task execution.

You will investigate breakdowns, perform root cause analysis, and drive improvements while coordinating with engineering and production teams to optimise equipment availability and performance.

Qualifications

• Matric or equivalent at NQF 4 with relevant NATED courses (N3) where applicable.
• Section 13 Fitting Trade test / Section 26(D) certificate required.
• Valid driver’s license and own transport to attend callouts.
• Minimum 10 years’ mechanical maintenance experience with 3–4 years in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and diagnose problems and breakdowns; order spares as needed.
• Analyze breakdowns using root cause analysis and implement preventative measures.
• Supervise subordinates to ensure maintenance standards and procedures.
• Coordinate equipment availability to meet production parameters.
• Analyse equipment efficiency and recommend enhancements to maximise uptime.
• Communicate equipment changes to stakeholders to minimise delays.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance supervision

Hydraulic systems

Conveyor belt maintenance

Time management

English language proficiency

MS Office

Planned maintenance systems

Education

Matric/NQF4 with N3

Tools

Driver's license B/E/C1

Job description

Minopex is seeking an experienced mechanical maintenance supervisor for sites in the Rustenburg and Limpopo regions. The role focuses on delivering reliable maintenance services aligned with client requirements, including planning, supervision, and safe task execution.

You will investigate breakdowns, perform root cause analysis, and drive improvements while coordinating with engineering and production teams to optimise equipment availability and performance.