Technical Manager

Keesta HR Solutions (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Keesta HR Solutions (Pty) Ltd in Gauteng is seeking a Technical Manager to oversee the safe, efficient operation of technical assets, manufacturing equipment and facilities across multiple plants. You will lead a dedicated team to drive continuous improvement and optimize production processes in the Manufacturing & Production sector.

The role covers operating and maintaining presses, pelletizers, reformers, managing recovery plants and cooling, electrical infrastructure including PV systems and

Qualifications

• Technical qualification (Trade or diploma/degree).
• CMMS and SCADA knowledge.
• Understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Knowledge of the refrigeration process.
• Knowledge of the OSH act.
• Minimum 10 years' management experience in a technical or manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Manufacturing: Operate, maintain and enhance all manufacturing equipment including Presses, Pelletizers, and Reformers.
• Recovery Plants: Ensure optimal operation of Recovery Plants 1–5 and associated cooling systems.
• Electricity: Manage electrical infrastructure, PV systems, and generators.
• General Maintenance: Implement preventative, predictive, and emergency maintenance programs for technical equipment.
• Stock Control: Maintain effective Technical Critical Stock Control (CSC) for uninterrupted operations.
• Finances: Prepare, manage, and control the Technical, HR, and Project Budget-Forecast-Actual process.
• Projects: Plan, execute, and deliver technical projects within budget and on schedule.
• Human Resources: Lead, develop, and manage technical personnel and Production staff.
• Premises: Manage and maintain company buildings and facilities.
• Equipment: Oversee assembly, maintenance, and improvement of all machines.
• Reports: Prepare accurate daily and monthly reports on various operational aspects.
• Production Management: Provide overall production management for the branch.
• Fleet Management: Oversee Group fleet management including procurement and maintenance.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Project management

Staff development

Education

Technical qualification

Tools

CMMS

SCADA

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Refrigeration process

Job description

Job Summary:

The Technical Manager will oversee the safe and efficient operation of all technical assets, manufacturing equipment, and facilities across multiple plants. The candidate will lead a dedicated team to ensure continuous improvement and optimize the production processes within the Manufacturing & Production sector.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manufacturing: Operate, maintain and enhance all manufacturing equipment including Presses, Pelletizers, and Reformers.
• Recovery Plants: Ensure optimal operation of Recovery Plants 1–5 and associated cooling systems.
• Electricity: Manage electrical infrastructure, PV systems, and generators.
• General Maintenance: Implement preventative, predictive, and emergency maintenance programs for technical equipment.
• Stock Control: Maintain effective Technical Critical Stock Control (CSC) for uninterrupted operations.
• Finances: Prepare, manage, and control the Technical, HR, and Project Budget-Forecast-Actual process.
• Projects: Plan, execute, and deliver technical projects within budget and on schedule.
• Human Resources: Lead, develop, and manage technical personnel and Production staff.
• Premises: Manage and maintain company buildings and facilities.
• Equipment: Oversee assembly, maintenance, and improvement of all machines.
• Reports: Prepare accurate daily and monthly reports on various operational aspects.
• Production Management: Provide overall production management for the branch.
• Fleet Management: Oversee Group fleet management including procurement and maintenance.

Requirements:

• Technical qualification (Trade or diploma/degree).
• CMMS and SCADA knowledge.
• Understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Knowledge of the refrigeration process.
• Knowledge of the OSH act
• Minimum 10 years' management experience in a technical or manufacturing environment.