Maintenance Supervisor / Foreman

Morton Moore Pty Ltd; KwaMakhutha; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Standby allowances

PPE

Ongoing training and career develop.

Job summary

A maintenance supervisor/foreman role in Amanzimtoti, South Africa, is open for an experienced candidate. The successful person will plan, coordinate and supervise maintenance across multiple trades to ensure plant reliability, safety, and productivity.

We seek a trade-qualified professional with 8+ years in maintenance, including 3+ in supervisory roles, and CMMS SAP PM experience. Strong safety knowledge and teamwork are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification with Red Seal or equivalent.
• 8+ years in maintenance with 3+ in supervision.
• Experience in heavy industrial or steel/plants environment preferred.
• CMMS usage and maintenance planning experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, allocate and supervise daily multi-disciplinary maintenance teams.
• Coordinate planned, preventive and breakdown maintenance to minimise downtime.
• Plan and manage shutdowns, overhauls and major repairs.
• Ensure work is safe, on time and to standard.
• Enforce health and safety procedures and PPE usage.
• Lead toolbox talks, safety inspections and incident investigations.
• Monitor KPIs like equipment availability and schedule adherence.
• Drive root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage spares with stores and procurement.
• Oversee completion of job cards and CMMS records.
• Handle team performance, training and shifts.
• Collaborate with production and engineering to align maintenance with needs.

Skills

Multi-trade leadership

Safety leadership

Communication skills

MS Office experience

Education

Trade Tested / Red Seal

National Diploma (advantageous)

Tools

CMMS SAP PM

MS Office

Job description

Amanzimtoti, South Africa | Posted on 09/10/2026

Our client, an established steel manufacturing company based in Amanzimtoti, KwaZulu-Natal, is looking for an experienced Maintenance Supervisor / Foreman to help lead its new plant maintenance team. The successful candidate will plan, coordinate and supervise maintenance work across multiple trades to ensure plant reliability, safety and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, allocate and supervise the daily work of multi-disciplinary maintenance teams.
  
• Coordinate planned, preventative and breakdown maintenance to minimise production downtime.
  
• Plan and manage shutdowns, overhauls and major repair work.
  
• Ensure all work is completed safely, to standard and on time.
  
• Enforce health and safety procedures, including lock-out/tag-out, permits and PPE.
  
• Conduct toolbox talks, safety inspections and incident investigations.
  
• Monitor maintenance KPIs, such as equipment availability, downtime and schedule compliance.
  
• Lead root cause analysis and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  
• Manage spares requirements with stores and procurement teams.
  
• Oversee accurate completion of job cards and CMMS records.
  
• Handle team performance, training, discipline and shift rosters.
  
• Work with production and engineering management to align maintenance with production needs.
  
• Be available for standby and call-outs as operations require.
  

Requirements

• Trade Tested / Red Seal qualification in a relevant trade (Electrical, Fitting, Millwright or similar); a National Diploma is advantageous.
  
• Minimum 8 years' maintenance experience, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or foreman role.
  
• Experience in steel, foundry, heavy engineering or a similar heavy industrial environment is strongly preferred.
  
• Proven ability to lead and motivate multi-trade teams in a production environment.
  
• Eligibility for a GMR 2(7) appointment under the General Machinery Regulations is advantageous.
  
• Experience with CMMS software (e.g. SAP PM) and maintenance planning.
  
• Strong knowledge of the OHS Act and industrial safety management.
  
• Good communication, reporting and computer skills (MS Office).
  
• Valid driver's licence, clear criminal record and ability to pass a medical assessment.
  

• Our client offers a market-related salary, depending on qualifications and experience, along with medical aid, a provident fund, standby allowances, PPE and ongoing training and career development opportunities.

Recruitment and POPIA Disclaimer

This vacancy is advertised by Morton Moore, acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of our client. By submitting your application, CV and supporting information, you acknowledge that your personal information will be collected and processed for legitimate recruitment and employment related purposes in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (POPIA). Your information may be assessed against the requirements of this vacancy and, where appropriate and subject to applicable legal requirements, shared with the relevant client and service providers involved in the recruitment process. Applications are subject to the requirements and selection criteria of the client, and submission of an application does not guarantee an interview, placement or offer of employment. Morton Moore reserves the right, together with its client, not to proceed with or fill the vacancy. No fees will be charged to candidates for recruitment or placement services. Any employment offer will be made by the client and will remain subject to the client’s applicable employment, verification and onboarding requirements.