Maintenance Engineering Foreman - FMCG Plant Leader

AVI Limited; Durban; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG company in Durban is seeking an Engineering Foreman (Maintenance) to manage the planned and preventative maintenance programmes at their Durban Tea Factory. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of maintenance experience, specializing in electrical or mechanical engineering, and possess strong leadership skills. This role ensures compliance with safety and food standards, supervising a dedicated team of artisans. Join NBL and be part of a team committed to quality and innovation in a rewarding work environment.

Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Collaborative Work Environment

Exposure to FMCG Industry

Qualifications

• 10+ years in a maintenance environment, at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Experience with legal, safety, and food safety standards.
• Ability to analyze maintenance trends for improvement.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute the site’s planned maintenance programmes.
• Oversee all planned, preventative, and condition-based maintenance activities.
• Lead and support a team of artisans in high-quality maintenance.

Skills

Leadership

Preventative Maintenance

Team Management

Compliance Standards

Problem Solving

Education

N4 – N6 certification or National Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Completed Trade Test (Mechanical, Millwright or Electrical)

Job description

A leading FMCG company in Durban is seeking an Engineering Foreman (Maintenance) to manage the planned and preventative maintenance programmes at their Durban Tea Factory. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of maintenance experience, specializing in electrical or mechanical engineering, and possess strong leadership skills. This role ensures compliance with safety and food standards, supervising a dedicated team of artisans. Join NBL and be part of a team committed to quality and innovation in a rewarding work environment.