MECHANICAL FOREMAN | DURBAN

Oxyon People Solutions; Durban; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxyon People Solutions is looking for an experienced Mechanical Foreman to join their maintenance team in Durban. The role demands a technically strong leader with a solid maintenance background and proven experience managing artisans in a production environment.

The ideal candidate will have 8–10 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in a supervisory role, and will be responsible for leading maintenance operations while ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years' relevant maintenance experience.
• Minimum 5 years' supervisory/management experience.
• Experience managing teams of 20–30 artisans.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise daily maintenance operations.
• Drive preventative and breakdown maintenance activities.
• Minimise plant downtime and improve equipment reliability.

Skills

Trade Tested Artisan

Excellent fault‑finding and problem‑solving skills

Strong preventative and breakdown maintenance experience

Education

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related qualification

Job description

About the Role

A leading industrial operation is seeking an experienced and hands‑on Mechanical Foreman to join their maintenance team in Durban.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong leader with a solid maintenance background and proven experience managing artisans within a demanding production environment.

Key Requirements

• Trade Tested Artisan
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related qualification
• 8–10 years' relevant maintenance experience
• Minimum 5 years' supervisory/management experience
• Experience managing teams of 20–30 artisans
• Strong preventative and breakdown maintenance experience
• Excellent fault‑finding and problem‑solving skills
• Mining or heavy industrial experience highly advantageous
• Valid driver's licence

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise daily maintenance operations
• Drive preventative and breakdown maintenance activities
• Minimise plant downtime and improve equipment reliability
• Coordinate maintenance schedules and resource allocation
• Provide technical support and hands‑on assistance where required
• Ensure compliance with safety and operational standards
• Drive maintenance performance and team productivity
• Support fault‑finding and implementation of corrective actions

The ideal candidate will be a strong leader with a hands‑on approach, capable of operating effectively in a fast‑paced industrial environment while maintaining high maintenance standards and team performance.