Maintenance Supervisor/Mechanical Foreman: Mechanical & Facilities

Sourcing and Recruitment Consultants; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead a dedicated team in optimizing mechanical operations. This role is vital for ensuring the plant runs efficiently, minimizing downtime, and enhancing equipment reliability. The successful candidate will be responsible for deploying maintenance teams, conducting root cause analyses, and implementing predictive maintenance techniques. If you are passionate about engineering and have a strong background in supervising teams, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years supervisory experience in an engineering role.
• Qualified and trade tested mechanically, preferably with a BTech.

Responsibilities

• Deploy maintenance teams to repair breakdowns and optimize quality.
• Investigate equipment failures and implement preventive solutions.

Skills

Supervisory Skills

Mechanical Knowledge

Root Cause Analysis

Maintenance Optimization

Predictive Maintenance Techniques

Team Leadership

Education

N4 or equivalent

Qualified and trade tested mechanically

BTech Mechanical or equivalent

Tools

Vibration Analysis

Thermography

Oil Analysis

Job description

Job title: Maintenance Supervisor: Mechanical & Facilities

Reports to: Maintenance Manager

Direct Reports: Artisans and Assistants

Department/Business Unit: Engineering

Location: Swellendam

MAIN PURPOSE

1. The primary responsibility will be to deploy the maintenance team operationally in the plant to repair breakdowns, improve equipment reliability, and optimize maintenance quality.
2. This role will play a crucial part in ensuring the plant operates efficiently, minimizes downtime, and effectively allocates resources to contribute to the profitability of the company.
3. Maximize plant performance at reduced costs on a 24/7-hour operation and satisfy the identified needs of the production plants.

Qualification and Experience

• N4 or equivalent
• Qualified and trade tested mechanically
• BTech Mechanical or equivalent (advantageous)
• Minimum 5 years supervisory experience in an engineering or a similar role in an industrial setting
• Production / Manufacturing background (advantageous)

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Artisan Performance:

• Effectively deploy artisans to expedite the repair of plant breakdowns.
• Conduct thorough quality assessments on equipment repairs and ensure timely closure of job cards.
• Cultivate, motivate, and lead teams to achieve optimal performance and productivity.

Root Cause Analysis:

• Investigate breakdowns and equipment failures to identify root causes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement effective solutions to prevent recurrence.

Maintenance Optimization:

• Work closely with maintenance teams to develop, implement, and refine maintenance strategies that align with industry best practices to minimize downtime.
• Monitor and analyze maintenance processes to identify areas for improvement.

Predictive Maintenance:

• Assist the Reliability Supervisor in implementing predictive maintenance techniques, including vibration analysis, thermography, and oil analysis, to proactively identify potential issues and mitigate risks.

Quality:

• Implement and enforce housekeeping practices to uphold a high standard of work quality.
• Lead daily discussions on performance and safety to analyze equipment performance, identify trends, and enhance plant reliability.

Spare Parts Management:

• Collaborate with procurement and inventory teams to ensure the availability of critical spare parts, thereby minimizing equipment downtime.
• Maintain accurate records of spare parts usage and inventory levels.

Employee Management and Development:

• Ensure compliance with relevant procedures and policies across the team.
• Define clear job profiles for all team members and regularly review goals to assess achievement of results.
• Provide ongoing support, coaching, and mentoring to ensure objectives are met.
• Develop individual development plans for each employee to support their career growth.
• Allocate resources effectively to meet operational demands.
• Communicate team events and activities effectively to ensure everyone is informed.
• Ensure adequate succession planning to meet ongoing and anticipated business needs.

Health and Safety:

• Participate in safety forums and attend relevant training/programmes.
• Report all safety incidents to the relevant people.
• Comply with safety policies and procedures.
• Wear protective clothing (where applicable) at all times.