MAINTENANCE MANAGER â ENGINEERING / 12-MONTH FIXED TERM CONTRACT (WITBANK)

MPRTC; eMalahleni; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maintenance management company in eMalahleni is looking for an experienced Maintenance Manager to oversee all site maintenance activities. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, GCC Factories qualification, and over 5 years of management experience in heavy industry maintenance. The role focuses on ensuring maximum equipment availability while adhering to safety and compliance standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' management experience in heavy industry maintenance.
• Previous legal appointment under GMR 2.1 / 2.7.
• Strong understanding of OSH Act compliance and maintenance standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all site maintenance activities.
• Ensure maximum plant and equipment availability.
• Strategic planning and resource management.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Planning

Budgeting

Education

Degree / National Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

GCC Factories qualification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

SUMMARY :

A skilled Maintenance Manager is required to lead and oversee all site maintenance activities, ensuring maximum plant and equipment availability while upholding safety, legal compliance, and cost efficiency. The role involves strategic planning, resource management, contractor oversight, and continuous improvement of maintenance systems and processes.

POSITION INFO :

Minimum Requirements :

• Degree / National Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
• GCC Factories qualification.
• 5+ years’ management experience in heavy industry maintenance.
• Previous legal appointment under GMR 2.1 / 2.7.
• Strong understanding of OSH Act compliance and maintenance standards.
• Proven ability in leadership, problem-solving, planning, and budgeting.
• Valid driver’s license, own transport, and proficiency in MS Office.

Advantageous :

• Postgraduate management qualification.
• 10+ years’ heavy industry maintenance experience.
• Experience in both electrical and mechanical disciplines.
• Project management exposure, CMMS proficiency, and / or WCM background.