Mechanical Foreman (Talent Pool)

Sappi; Ngodwana; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Foreman to lead a skilled team in ensuring equipment reliability and plant availability. This role involves short-term planning, managing maintenance processes, and overseeing the development of team members. With a focus on safety and continuous improvement, you will play a crucial role in maintaining high standards within a global organization that values integrity and innovation. Join a company that has thrived for over 80 years and offers opportunities for career growth and travel. If you are ready for a new challenge, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Learning and development programmes

Market leading leave benefits

Employee wellbeing benefits

Opportunities to travel

Qualifications

• 7 years experience as a Trade Tested Artisan in a heavy industry environment.
• 2 years of mechanical plant maintenance experience at the supervisory level.

Responsibilities

• Supervise mechanical team activities and ensure equipment reliability.
• Manage maintenance process compliance and budget control.

Skills

Mechanical Maintenance

Fault Finding

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Budget Management

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 centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and 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 other related activities to be carried out for plant availability.

As a Mechanical Foreman you will be responsible for:

• Short-term planning and annual shut planning
• Safety, health, and environmental issues
• Managing and prioritising maintenance process compliance on SAP
• Continuous improvement of the Mechanical maintenance function
• Budget management and control
• Monitoring the performance of the mechanical team
• Fault finding and troubleshooting on equipment to minimise downtime
• Accurate reporting
• 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 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 licence

What’s in it for you?
• Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence.
• Learning and development programmes 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.