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Maintenance Foreman - Automotive (54439)
Job summary
A leading automotive manufacturing firm in KwaZulu-Natal, Durban is seeking an experienced Maintenance Foreman to manage plant maintenance operations. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and 10 years of experience in maintenance leadership. Responsibilities include supervising teams, ensuring equipment reliability, and managing maintenance budgets. This position is crucial for upholding safety and quality standards within the automotive sector.
Qualifications
- 10 years' experience in a similar maintenance leadership role.
- Experience with metal pressing machines and automotive manufacturing.
- Strong understanding of safety and legal compliance.
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise maintenance teams (fitters, electricians, welders, etc.).
- Plan, delegate, and monitor daily maintenance activities.
- Ensure equipment uptime and plant reliability.
Skills
Education
Job title: Maintenance Foreman - Automotive (54439)
Job Location: KwaZulu-Natal, Durban
Deadline: November 20, 2025
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Our client, a leader in the automotive manufacturing sector, is seeking a skilled Maintenance Foreman to oversee all plant maintenance operations. The role involves managing a multidisciplinary team, ensuring equipment reliability, controlling maintenance budgets, and driving continuous improvement in line with safety and quality standards.
- Diploma or Degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or related qualification
- 10 years' experience in a similar maintenance leadership role
- Experience with metal pressing machines and automotive manufacturing
- Strong understanding of safety and legal compliance
- Proven ability to manage budgets, maintenance schedules, and reporting
- Lead and supervise maintenance teams (fitters, electricians, welders, etc.)
- Plan, delegate, and monitor daily maintenance activities
- Ensure equipment uptime and plant reliability
- Implement and enforce safety and quality standards
- Manage maintenance budgets, orders, and contractor relationships
- Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance plans
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation
- Engineering / Technical jobs
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.