Mechanical Foreman (Talent Pool)

Sappi; Mbombela; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global provider of sustainable Woodfibre products as a Mechanical Foreman. In this role, you will supervise mechanical teams, ensuring equipment reliability and performance. With opportunities for advancement, learning, and a thriving environment, this position is ideal for candidates with strong leadership and maintenance backgrounds in heavy industry.

Benefits

Learning and development programs

Market-leading leave benefits

Employee wellbeing benefits

Opportunities to travel

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience as a Trade Tested Artisan in a heavy industry environment.
• 2 years of mechanical plant maintenance experience at the supervisory/leadership level.
• Experience in the Pulp & Paper industry is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Short-term planning and annual shutdown planning.
• Managing maintenance process compliance on SAP.
• Monitoring the performance of the mechanical team.

Skills

Maintenance Compliance

Fault Finding

Leadership

Education

Full N4 Certificate or equivalent

Mechanical Trade Test Certificate

Tools

SAP PM

Job description

We are searching for talent! At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets.

We lead through our values centered around safety, integrity, courage, and making smart decisions, which we execute with speed.

We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse, inclusive, and safe environment. We are on the lookout for experienced Mechanical Foremen to supervise the activities of the mechanical team, ensure equipment reliability, manage rotable equipment, and carry out other related activities to maintain plant availability.

As a Mechanical Foreman, you will be responsible for:

1. Short-term planning and annual shut planning
2. Safety, health, and environmental issues
3. Managing and prioritizing maintenance process compliance on SAP
4. Continuous improvement of the Mechanical maintenance function
5. Budget management and control
6. Monitoring the performance of the mechanical team
7. Fault finding and troubleshooting on equipment to minimize downtime
8. Accurate reporting
9. Overseeing the learning and development of Artisans, Repairmen, and Apprentices in the team

What are we looking for?

• Full N4 Certificate or equivalent
• Mechanical Trade Test Certificate (Fitter & Turner, Fitter, Millwright)
• 7 years of experience as a Trade Tested Artisan in a heavy industry environment
• 2 years of mechanical plant maintenance experience at the supervisory/leadership level
• Experience in the Pulp & Paper industry is an advantage
• SAP PM experience is an advantage
• Valid driving license

What's in it for you?

• Opportunity to work within a global organization that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence.
• Learning and development programs to fast-track your career within Sappi.
• Opportunities to travel (dependent on the role).
• Market-leading leave benefits.
• Employee wellbeing benefits.

If you are resilient and energetic and looking for a new challenge at competitive market rates, click on "apply now" to put your name in the talent pool.

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