Supervisor, Maintenance

dsm-firmenich; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Make Real Impact

Grow Your Career

Safe, Modern Environment

Be Part of Something Bigger

Flexibility & Ownership

Competitive Rewards

Job summary

dsm-firmenich in Midrand, South Africa, is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead a skilled maintenance team, drive equipment reliability, and minimize downtime in FMCG production.

You’ll manage CMMS-based scheduling, enforce GMP/HACCP/HSE standards, and collaborate with QA, Production and safety groups to keep operations running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Trade Test Millwright with 5+ years in FMCG/food manufacturing maintenance and supervisory experience.
• Proficiency in CMMS and solid knowledge of FMCG/food manufacturing equipment.
• Strong GMP, HACCP and HSE regulatory understanding in manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance technicians, assign daily tasks, and ensure high-quality PM, CM, and predictive work.
• Own maintenance schedule using CMMS/Excel, create job cards, track asset history.
• Troubleshoot equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime and maintain safety.
• Ensure tasks meet GMP, HACCP, HSE, and hygiene standards with cross-functional teams.
• Control spares, tools, and suppliers; enforce LOTOTO and permit-to-work protocols.
• Conduct root-cause analyses, track KPIs, and drive continuous improvement for reliability.

Skills

Team leadership

GMP/HACCP knowledge

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Planning & scheduling

LOTOTO/permit-to-work

Analytical mindset

Education

Millwright certification

Tools

SAP

Pragma

MaintainX

Job description

Supervisor, Maintenance

Midrand, South Africa

Ready to be the mastermind behind seamless operations? We're looking for a Maintenance Supervisor who thrives on precision, problem-solving, and keeping production flowing. This isn't just about schedules and spreadsheets—you'll lead a maintenance team, drive equipment reliability, and be the go-to person when things need to work flawlessly. If you love turning chaos into order and making sure every machine runs like clockwork, let's talk.

Your key responsibilities

• Lead the Team: Supervise maintenance technicians, assign daily tasks, and ensure top-quality execution of preventative, corrective, and predictive maintenance work.
• Plan & Coordinate: Own the maintenance schedule using CMMS/ Excel based systems, creating accurate job cards, tracking asset history, and keeping maintenance records spotless.
• Solve Problems Fast: Jump on equipment breakdowns, troubleshoot safely and effectively, and get production back up with minimal downtime.
• Keep It Compliant: Work with Production, Quality, HSE, and Food Safety teams to ensure every task meets GMP, HACCP, FSSC 22000, and hygiene standards.
• Manage Resources & Safety: Control spares inventory, tools, and suppliers while enforcing Lock-Out/Tag-Out/ Test Out (LOTOTO) and permit-to-work protocols across all activities in accordance of Life Saving Rules (LSR).
• Drive Improvement: Conduct root cause analyses, track KPIs (PM completion, MTTR, MTBF), and champion continuous improvement initiatives that boost reliability.

We offer

• Make Real Impact: Your work keeps production running, quality high, and our customers happy—every single day.
• Grow Your Career: Access continuous learning, leadership development programs, and clear pathways to advance within a global organization.
• Work in a Safe, Modern Environment: We prioritize your physical and mental well-being with industry-leading safety standards and a supportive workplace culture.
• Be Part of Something Bigger: Join a company committed to sustainability, innovation, and creating products that improve lives worldwide.
• Enjoy Flexibility & Ownership: We empower you to make decisions, take initiative, and own your outcomes in a collaborative, barrier-free environment.
• Competitive Rewards: Benefit from excellent pay, outstanding benefits, and recognition for the value you bring to the team.

You bring

• Trade Certification & Experience: Trade Test Millwright required, plus 5+ years in FMCG or food manufacturing maintenance with supervisory experience.
• Technical Expertise: Proficiency in CMMS systems (SAP, Pragma, MaintainX) and solid knowledge of FMCG/food manufacturing equipment.
• Compliance Knowledge: Strong understanding of GMP, HACCP, HSE regulations, and food safety standards in manufacturing environments.
• Problem-Solver Mindset: Analytical thinking, cost-awareness, and ability to prioritize multiple tasks under pressure.
• Leadership Ability: Excellent planning, coordination, and people management skills with focus on building high-performing teams.
• Bonus Points: Experience with flavour manufacturing or chemical processing equipment is a strong advantage.

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don't just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And we're making a difference, we'll make sure you're growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture of the support throughout the things.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that's exactly the kind of culture we're building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we're serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we're committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we're here to help – just let us know what you need, and we'll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We're managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you're applying as an individual, we'd love to hear from you. We're not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.