Section Leader (COMPO)

Alstom; Nigel; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom in South Africa seeks a Section Leader to oversee shift production on the shop floor, train the team, and provide admin support to the shift supervisor. The role emphasizes safety, productivity, and adherence to APSYS quality practices.

The successful candidate will spend approximately 80% on floor activities and 20% on training and problem solving, with strong focus on teamwork and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Matric / Grade 12 and English literacy required.
• Able to read, write and speak English.
• Computer literate.

Responsibilities

• Train section members and run autonomous team meetings.
• Provide admin support to the shift supervisor.
• Ensure safety and productivity of all production employees on the designated shift and maintain plant security.
• Lead and support the team to meet quality and process standards.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Matric / Grade 12

Job description

Req ID:525809

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

HIERARCHICAL MANAGER

Shift Supervisor

NETWORKS & LINKS: - INTERNALLY

• Manufacturing
• Supply Chain
• Industrialization: Tooling (Methods) team / Industrial test Engineer
• Quality Manufacturing
• EHS Team

INTERFACES

The successful candidates will be responsible for the following:

PURPOSE AND MISSION OF THE JOB

The Section Leader is responsible for training, problem solving, running autonomous team meeting, as well provide admin support to the shift supervisor. The safety and productivity of all production employees staffed on designated shift, as well as plant security. The Section Leader will be 80% working on the shop floor and 20% (training, problem solving, running Autonomous team meeting, as well providing admin support to the shift supervisor.).

ACCOUNTABILITIES & AUTHORITIES

LEADERSHIP

• Being a leadership resource to section members, providing knowledge, experience, motivation, support and advice
• Constantly seeking the QCD performance improvement proposing with his team
• Monthly proposal of improvement ideas
• Knowing proper procedures for workers for training purpose. The Section Leader might be called upon to share special industry techniques on how to use tools and equipment, or tips on how to improve quality or speed of production.
• Encourage team effort and supportive attitudes between workers
• Assist the team where there are gaps in every tasks within the department.

SAFETY

• Instruct the team on the proper us of safety equipment and emergency procedures should they be necessary at any point during the production process
• Ensure that the team members are supplier with protective gear, including safety glasses, gloves and protective outer clothing
• Safety checks on all equipment operated throughout the production process, as well as monitoring activities of workers during production
• Spread best environment and EHS practices in the team

QUALITY

• Responsible for meeting quality assurance standards as set by industry programs, such as ISO and
• APSYS
• Make sure that all product specifications and manufacturing procedures comply with internal standards
• Setting high standards to reach production goals, ensuring that higher quantities produced do not comprise quality. If defects are discovered in the products, it’s the Section Leaders responsibility to come up with solutions.
• Continuous Improvement in line with APSYS Guidelines

PERFORMANCE MEASURES (OTD, QCD, ETC.)

• Productive Hours, Work Oder Closure MES
• Adherence to Plan (MPS accuracy)
• Spent Time / Method time
• Right first time
• Near Miss
• APSYS Score

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

MANDATORY

• Matric / Grade 12
• Able to read, write and speak English
• Computer Literate

EXPERIENCE

• 3-5 years’ experience in the field of operation
• As per skills matrix rating of “O” in your designated area of work

COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

• Manufacturing effectiveness / Accountability
• Collaboration / Communication with Transparency / Teamwork

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.