Senior Artisan Foreman — Maintenance & Reliability Lead

GPW; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 549,000; Full time

Job summary

GPW in Pretoria seeks an experienced Artisan Foreman to oversee maintenance and repair of plant equipment. You will analyze equipment specifications, schedule maintenance, and ensure compliance with GPW quality standards and SHERQ requirements.

The role requires a trade-tested mechanical fitter with a 10-year track record post-apprenticeship, 3 years at foreman level, and a valid driver's license. Applicants must be able to obtain security clearance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ post-apprenticeship experience with 3 years at Artisan Foreman level.
• Trade-tested mechanical fitter qualification required.
• Grade 12 is advantageous for application.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair GPW equipment; analyze specifications and capacity data.
• Schedule maintenance based on the Maintenance Plan and production requirements.
• Update and track maintenance history; monitor equipment availability and mean times to repair.
• Produce reports and drive continuous improvement in maintenance quality and safety.

Skills

10+ years post-apprenticeship

3 years Artisan Foreman level

Positive security clearance

SHREQ knowledge

Valid driver’s license

Education

Grade 10 or equivalent

Trade Test Certificate in Mechanical (Fitter)

Grade 12 advantageous

Job description

GPW in Pretoria seeks an experienced Artisan Foreman to oversee maintenance and repair of plant equipment. You will analyze equipment specifications, schedule maintenance, and ensure compliance with GPW quality standards and SHERQ requirements.

The role requires a trade-tested mechanical fitter with a 10-year track record post-apprenticeship, 3 years at foreman level, and a valid driver's license. Applicants must be able to obtain security clearance.