Maintenance Manager

Abantu Staffing Solutions; Oos-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Leadership development

Growth opportunities

Job summary

An Eastern Cape based automotive organization is seeking a highly skilled Maintenance Manager to address complex operations and elevate maintenance standards. You will lead technical teams, optimize machinery performance, and drive reliability improvements.

Responsibilities include planning preventive maintenance, coordinating spares and Maximo inventory, monitoring plant performance, and guiding safety and skills development through regular meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years in a senior maintenance role within the automotive industry.
• GCC certification preferable or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of maintenance staff and optimize performance.
• Plan and execute preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance.
• Coordinate spares, inventory, and Maximo system for stock control.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Critical thinking

Leadership

Communication

Education

Electrical or Mechanical Engineering degree

GCC certification preferable

Tools

MS Office

Maximo

Job description

A leading automotive organization in the Eastern Cape is seeking a highly skilled Maintenance Manager to address complex operational challenges and elevate maintenance standards. If you're an ambitious professional with a passion for optimizing machinery performance and leading technical teams, this opportunity will propel your career forward.

Duties:

• Lead and manage a team of Shift Leaders, Maintenance Artisans, Apprentices, and support staff, including Tooling Leads and Setters.
• Oversee the maintenance of machinery and equipment, encompassing preventive, predictive, planned, and emergency repairs.
• Supervise activities to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and safely, maintaining high standards of workmanship.
• Plan and execute machinery relocations, dismantling, and removal of obsolete equipment.
• Develop schedules for preventative maintenance based on equipment wear data and manufacturer recommendations.
• Coordinate maintenance activities to minimise production downtime.
• Utilize maintenance records for predictive analysis and planning.
• Maintain relationships with key suppliers and manage spare parts inventories.
• Control spares inventory through the Maximo system, ensuring optimal stock levels.
• Schedule work to maximize machine utilization and prevent idle time.
• Prioritise backlog tasks and plan maintenance schedules accordingly.
• Strategically plan staff leave to ensure maintenance coverage.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives among maintenance personnel.
• Conduct regular meetings on safety, skills development, and company policies.
• Manage and report on plant performance metrics and scorecards.
• Perform ad hoc tasks and special projects as required.
• Ensure efficient tooling changes and machinery upgrades.

Requirements:

• Relevant degree or diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Government Certificate of Competency (GCC) is preferable.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Strong planning and project management skills.
• Analytical and critical thinking capabilities.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior maintenance role within the automotive industry.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with Maximo or similar maintenance management systems.
• Proven leadership skills in a manufacturing environment.

What We'll Give You:

• A dynamic, growth-oriented work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth.
• Competitive benefits package.