Maintenance Supervisor

The Legends Agency; Atlantis; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global organization in Atlantis seeks a Maintenance Supervisor to lead a maintenance team in a heavy engineering environment. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, breakdown response, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate has a Trade Tested Millwright qualification and at least 5 years of experience in maintenance supervision, with strong skills in mechanical and electrical systems.

Benefits

7.5% provident fund contribution

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in maintenance supervision.
• Strong background in mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience with PLCs, hydraulics, and pneumatics.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead the maintenance team.
• Plan and execute preventative maintenance.
• Coordinate rapid responses to equipment breakdowns.

Skills

Preventive maintenance planning

Diagnostics and troubleshooting

Leadership and team management

Communication skills

Education

Trade Tested Millwright qualification

Tools

SAP Maintenance Module

Job description

Job Summary

Job Title: Maintenance Supervisor | Location: Atlantis | Contract Type: Permanent (6-month probation) | Salary: R55,000/month | Benefits: 7.5% provident fund contribution

About the Company

This global organization supports transparency and accountability in sustainable development and responsible business practices. It helps businesses, governments, and other entities understand and communicate their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) impacts. The company promotes standardization, drives informed decision-making, and contributes to a more sustainable and inclusive global economy.

Purpose of the Role

Supervise and lead the maintenance team to ensure plant equipment and facilities in a heavy engineering environment operate efficiently. Focus areas include preventive and corrective maintenance, breakdown response, team leadership, and safety compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute preventative maintenance using SAP or CMMS
• Allocate resources and manage daily maintenance tasks and schedules
• Conduct routine inspections and oversee condition monitoring
• Coordinate rapid response to equipment breakdowns
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical and electrical issues
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards
• Monitor KPIs such as MTTR, MTBF, uptime, and downtime
• Coach and develop maintenance team members
• Manage contractors and service providers

Reporting Lines

Reports to Maintenance Manager

Supervises:

• Senior Artisans
• Electricians and Fitters
• Semi-skilled staff
• Apprentices

Collaborates with:

• Production, Engineering, H&S, and IMS teams
• External contractors, inspectors, and auditors

Minimum Requirements

• Trade Tested Millwright qualification
• Minimum 5 years' experience in maintenance supervision
• Strong background in both mechanical and electrical systems
• Experience with PLCs, hydraulics, pneumatics, and pressure vessels
• Proficiency in SAP Maintenance Module or other CMMS

Technical and Soft Skills

• Ability to read and interpret technical schematics and drawings
• Strong diagnostic and planning skills
• Excellent leadership and team management capabilities
• Clear and effective communication skills
• Highly organized, proactive, and compliance-oriented
• Strong multitasking ability and attention to detail
• Safety-focused with a hands-on leadership style