Maintenance Manager — Factory Uptime & Reliability Lead

People Dimension; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 406,000 - 487,000; Full time

Job summary

People Dimension in Hammanskraal, South Africa, is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance function of a plastics and industrial manufacturing facility. You will oversee machinery, systems, and processes to keep production running safely and efficiently.

The role requires coordinating external contractors, planning preventive maintenance, and documenting activities while minimising downtime and supporting other operational tasks.

Qualifications

• Engineering or technical qualification is advantageous.
• Experience in manufacturing/factory environments.
• Experience managing external contractors and service providers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the maintenance and implementation of systems.
• Manage the day-to-day maintenance requirements of the factory.
• Ensure machinery is maintained appropriately.
• Identify maintenance issues and coordinate solutions to minimise factory downtime.
• Assist with other operational duties when required.
• Ensure maintenance-related activities are properly organised and documented.

Skills

Engineering background

Maintenance experience

Factory environment

Equipment knowledge

Contractor management

Education

Engineering qualification

Job description

People Dimension in Hammanskraal, South Africa, is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance function of a plastics and industrial manufacturing facility. You will oversee machinery, systems, and processes to keep production running safely and efficiently.

The role requires coordinating external contractors, planning preventive maintenance, and documenting activities while minimising downtime and supporting other operational tasks.