Maintenance Mechanical Supervisor

Hire Resolve; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 410 000 - 461 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Vereeniging is seeking an experienced Maintenance Mechanical Supervisor to oversee maintenance activities, develop strategies, and ensure optimal equipment reliability. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of maintenance experience and strong leadership skills. This role offers a negotiable salary range of R410,800 to R460,800 per annum.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience in maintenance within a manufacturing environment.
• At least 5 years experience supervising maintenance artisans.
• Proficiency with maintenance management software and systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement maintenance strategies for equipment reliability.
• Plan and schedule maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.

Skills

Maintenance planning

Hydraulic operations

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Grade 12 / N3 with mechanical and electrical studies

Tools

Maintenance management software

Job description

Description

A leading manufacturing company is looking for an experienced Maintenance Mechanical Supervisor with strong experience in maintenance planning mechanical systems and hydraulic operations to join their team in Vereeniging. The successful candidate will oversee maintenance activities, develop and implement maintenance strategies, and ensure optimal equipment reliability performance and compliance with safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement maintenance strategies, procedures and methods to ensure equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Plan and schedule preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Coordinate with production engineering and maintenance teams to prioritize resources and maintenance schedules.
• Identify maintenance requirements and liaise with vendors for equipment and spare parts procurement.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, reports and documentation.
• Conduct regular inspections and identify improvement areas.
• Ensure maintenance work aligns with industry standards, safety regulations and company policies.
• Provide technical support to production teams for troubleshooting and problem resolution.
• Lead, train and supervise a team of maintenance artisans to ensure skill development and task efficiency.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years experience in maintenance within a manufacturing environment.
• At least 5 years experience supervising maintenance artisans.
• Grade 12 / N3 with mechanical and electrical studies and a strong hydraulic background.
• Proficiency with maintenance management software and systems.
• Strong communication, leadership and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Benefits & Salary

• Salary: negotiable – R410,800 to R460,800 per annum.