Maintenance Supervisor - Automotive

Ntice Search Solutions; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 420 000 - 550 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in South Africa is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee maintenance activities within the automotive manufacturing sector. The role involves ensuring compliance with safety standards, optimizing equipment uptime, and supervising the maintenance team. Candidates should have a strong technical background with a Millwright or Electrical Trade Test, at least 5 years of experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and safety protocols. This position offers a great opportunity to contribute to operational efficiency in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in a Maintenance Supervisor role within the automotive or manufacturing sector.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and IATF 16949 standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily maintenance tasks including breakdown and preventive maintenance.
• Monitor maintenance team performance and productivity.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards in maintenance operations.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Knowledge of safety protocols

Effective communication

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Millwright/Electrical Trade Test

Diploma/Degree in Engineering

Job description

Maintenance Supervisor

The client, a market leader in the automotive manufacturing sector, is looking to hire a Maintenance Supervisor based close to La Mercy. The purpose of the Maintenance Supervisor is to plan, coordinate, and supervise maintenance activities to ensure optimal availability, reliability, and safe operation of plant, equipment, and facilities, while leading the maintenance team to support uninterrupted production and operational efficiency.

Educational Requirements & Experience

• Matric (Grade 12)
• Millwright/Electrical Trade Test
• Diploma/ Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering would be advantageous
• Minimum 5 years experience in a Maintenance Supervisor role within an automotive or manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with intermediate Excel skills.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and IATF 16949 standards.
• Proficient in generating and interpreting maintenance reports, including downtime, MTTR, MTBF, and equipment availability.
• Working knowledge of production equipment used in assembly and welding processes.
• Strong knowledge of safety protocols and regulatory requirements in a manufacturing environment, including lock-out/tag-out (LOTO), PPE, and equipment operating licences.
• Ability to identify safety risks, near misses, and 5S gaps and take corrective action.
• Sound understanding of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Experience in preventive and predictive maintenance systems and breakdown analysis.

Job Description

• Ensure strict compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards within the maintenance function.
• Supervise and coordinate daily maintenance activities, including breakdown, preventive, and planned maintenance.
• Ensure maximum equipment uptime and availability to support production targets.
• Monitor and manage maintenance team attendance, productivity, and shift performance.
• Allocate and optimise resources, including labour, spares, tools, and contractors.
• Ensure correct operation, servicing, and repair of plant, machinery, and production equipment.
• Identify recurring breakdowns and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Develop, implement, and monitor preventive maintenance schedules.
• Enforce standard maintenance procedures, safety rules, and quality standards.
• Liaise closely with Production, Engineering, and Quality departments to minimise downtime.
• Maintain sound employee relations and discipline in line with labour legislation.
• Compile, analyse, and interpret maintenance, breakdown, and performance reports.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and equipment reliability projects.

Only qualified candidates will be shortlisted & only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Contact Information

Website: www.nticesearch.com

SA: [phone]

UK: [phone]

SA Registered Office: Suite 05, Ingenuity Office Park, 3 Nandi Mthembu Dr, Ballito, 4420. South Africa Company No. 2013/198766/07

UK Registered Office: 33 Ludgate Hill, Birmingham, B3 1BH. Registered in England and Wales Company No. 07199137