Maintenance Manager — Reliability & Systems Leader (FMCG)

Rcl Foods; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food processing company in Pretoria is seeking a Maintenance Manager with strong leadership skills. The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years of experience in maintenance management, particularly in FMCG environments. Responsibilities include overseeing preventative maintenance, managing budgets, and leading a multi-disciplinary team. This role demands expertise in reliability engineering and a solid understanding of electrical and mechanical systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in FMCG preferred, especially in food processing.
• GCC Factories certification due to dust explosion risk is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead capex planning to improve machine efficiency.
• Implement and oversee preventative maintenance schedules.
• Manage a multi-disciplinary maintenance team.

Skills

Leadership

Reliability engineering

Communication

Understanding of electrical systems

Understanding of mechanical systems

Automation systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical Engineering

Job description

A leading food processing company in Pretoria is seeking a Maintenance Manager with strong leadership skills. The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years of experience in maintenance management, particularly in FMCG environments. Responsibilities include overseeing preventative maintenance, managing budgets, and leading a multi-disciplinary team. This role demands expertise in reliability engineering and a solid understanding of electrical and mechanical systems.