Maintenance Manager R 30 000 - R 40 000

Hunt For Success Pty Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 650 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A maintenance solutions provider is seeking a Maintenance Manager to oversee all maintenance operations. The role involves leading a team, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and developing maintenance strategies. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in facility maintenance, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Responsibilities include project management, staff training, and developing strong stakeholder relationships. This position is located in Gauteng, South Africa.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in general facility maintenance and management.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Maintenance department, ensuring operational efficiency.
• Develop and manage project plans and budgets.
• Implement best practices for maintenance management.

Skills

Leadership skills

Problem solving

Time management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Matric Certificate

Additional related courses

Red Seal Qualification

Tools

UPS systems

HVAC systems

MHE machines

Job description

Maintenance Manager

As a Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for leading the site Maintenance function, providing both reactive and proactive, multi‑skilled maintenance service on all operational equipment and facilities infrastructure.

You will be responsible for planning, creating, overseeing scheduling, and ensuring adherence and timely completion of work carried out by the maintenance team or contractors.

Ensure that the facilities, layout, and machinery used are in good condition and maintained.

This includes preventative maintenance, managing breakdowns on mechanical, electrical, and all other equipment that fall under your scope of responsibility and qualification, as well as people management and budgetary / costing reporting.

Duties & Responsibilities

Strategy and Development

Overall responsibility for all functions / activities within the Maintenance department.

Strategic business development: Evaluate challenges faced by the maintenance department and take action to mitigate risk and develop opportunities.

Contribute to overall maintenance strategy and annual budget process.

Project Management

Develop project plans, communicate changes and progress, and ensure completion of projects on time and within budget.

Take ownership of all policies, guidelines, and associated documents from Health & Safety, ensuring effective implementation and management.

Create and implement best practice maintenance management vision, strategy, policies, procedures, and processes.

Develop and manage cost budgets.

General and Task Management

Ensure your team reaches their daily and monthly maintenance targets.

Effectively delegate maintenance issues to be resolved for each department and / or shift and small projects to the right skills in the team, planning and managing effective work.

Ensure COO, CFO, and Inventory Manager satisfaction.

Planned Preventative Maintenance

Develop a Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedule where possible and ensure that full PPM is carried out, planning for missed maintenance activities and leading the team to deliver effectively.

Conduct risk assessments of processes and tasks in the department in conjunction with the OHS department.

Audit and ensure compliance of any systems that fall under your responsibility.

Optimize equipment according to standard procedures, enhancing performance and product quality, ensuring the achievement of all KPIs.

Staff and Relationship Management

Management of staff training and development.

Management of staff performance.

Management of staff satisfaction.

Management of staff safety.

Liaise and communicate within the maintenance department and suppliers to ensure an effective interface is maintained.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure optimal performance.

Liaise and communicate with suppliers and other service providers.

Work as part of the Management team to share ideas and improve operations, recommending, supporting, and implementing continuous improvement activities and process improvements to optimize results and improve quality of delivery, in line with quality standards and company requirements.

Personal Attributes / Behaviours

Excellent Leadership, Communication, Interpersonal and People Management skills.

Excellent record keeping, problem solving, planning, and time management skills.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Qualifications

Matric Certificate (with maths literacy minimum).

Additional related courses / qualifications will be advantageous.

Red Seal Qualification will be advantageous.

Skills & Experience

5 Years experience in General Facility Maintenance and Management of Engineering and Technical Professionals / teams in a large warehouse environment.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Electrical / Mechanical Maintenance Management work experience within the automotive and warehousing environment.

Experience with electrical systems such as: UPS, DB Boards, Fire Systems, Alarm Systems, HVAC (Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems), etc.

Solid understanding of technical aspects of plumbing, carpentry, electrical systems, etc.

Knowledge of MHE (Material Handling Equipment) machines.

Experience in planning maintenance operations.

Mechanical and Electronic troubleshooting.

Working knowledge of facilities machines and equipment.