Site Operations Lead – Mechanical & Safety

Sulzer; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund contributions

Life and disability insurance

Paid annual leave and sick leave

Learning and development programmes

Employee wellness initiatives

Job summary

Sulzer seeks an experienced Site Supervisor to oversee daily operations at the Sulzer Site within the Eskom Power Station perimeter. The role ensures safety, compliance with OHSA No.85/1993, and timely service of client accounts while upholding Sulzer policies.

You will manage site personnel, coordinate client meetings, and work with the field service manager to meet Eskom contract outcomes and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of supervisory experience.
• N6 Certificate or National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• Computer literacy - Windows, SAP and other necessary software.
• QESH knowledge and experience.
• PSR Authorization.
• Trade Test.
• Ability to complete reports: Friday/status/running hours.
• Customer satisfaction surveys.
• Sulzer compliance in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Manage site employees to ensure Eskom contract outcomes are met, including timekeeping and resource management.
• Work with client representatives and attend required meetings.
• Coordinate with field service manager and other site supervisors to achieve Eskom contract outcomes.
• Attend and participate in client and Sulzer meetings; take minutes and track actions.
• Handle site administration and safety documentation per OHSA No.85/1993 and standards.
• Maintain SHE file; inspect work to client SHE specs; prepare risk assessments.
• Ensure equipment, vehicles and certificates are up to date; ensure training/induction is completed.

Skills

People management

Communication skills

Drive & motivation

Negotiating skills

Commercial acumen

Influencing & persuasion

Relationship management

Staff leadership

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

N6 Certificate or National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

Sulzer seeks an experienced Site Supervisor to oversee daily operations at the Sulzer Site within the Eskom Power Station perimeter. The role ensures safety, compliance with OHSA No.85/1993, and timely service of client accounts while upholding Sulzer policies.

You will manage site personnel, coordinate client meetings, and work with the field service manager to meet Eskom contract outcomes and safety standards.