MAINTENANCE MANAGER

Farm Manager SA; Hoedspruit; On-site; ZAR 350 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural management company located in Hoedspruit is seeking a Maintenance Manager to oversee maintenance projects and budgets. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience in maintenance management, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in computerized maintenance management systems. Experience in packhouse operations is an advantage. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in maintenance management and planning.
• Hands-on experience in maintenance or a related trade.
• Packhouse experience will be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage maintenance budgets and conduct project management.
• Ensure upkeep of the facility through regular inspections.
• Develop and execute a preventative maintenance strategy.

Skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving

Proficient in CMMS

Data analysis

Education

Relevant qualification in maintenance planning or management

Tools

Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (Assetpool)

Job description

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• A minimum of 2 years proven experience in maintenance management and planning
• A minimum of 1 years hands-on experience in maintenance or a related trade
• Holds a relevant qualification in maintenance planning, management, or in the mechanical or electrical field
• Packhouse experience will be an advantage

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Ability to work under pressure and make decisions quickly.
• Experienced in leading a multidisciplinary maintenance team, fostering a safety-focused and high-performance culture.
• Proficient in diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults to optimize equipment uptime and efficiency.
• Proficient in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (Assetpool), data analysis, and maintenance KPIs.
• Successfully managed projects in time, including equipment upgrades, installations, and process improvements

KEY ACCOUNTABILITY AREAS

• Scheduling and project management
• Planning, managing and controlling the maintenance budgets.
• Manage a proactive preventative maintenance strategy.
• Conduct frequent walkthroughs and regular inspections to ensure the upkeep and maintenance of all areas of the facility and ensure the proper working of all electrical units and mechanical systems in the facility.
• Keep records of all day-to-day maintenance and service activities undertaken in the facility and place orders for spare parts and equipment for replacement and ascertaining the proper documentation of the same.
• Plan and oversee all repairs and installation activities.
• Managing and planning a digital maintenance system (CMMS).
• Comply with all corporate policies and procedures, ensure Occupational safety and health administration rules (OSHA) while carrying out maintenance functions.

ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted