Maintenance Foreman

SUMMARY:
Well established food manufacturer in Krugersdorp has a vacancy for a hands-on Maintenance foreman who has strong leadership skills who will manage a team of Artisans and Assistants and supervise utility contractors. This incumbent will work as part of a dynamic engineering team in the undertaking of various internal projects to maximize production, decrease wastage and improve innovation for effective cost saving. Must have proven knowledge of the OHSACT and laws, control the budget and be deadline driven in this very fast paced environment. Residence within 30km radius of plant is essential. Should you have any queries call Antoinette or Kaylin on 0861 FENRIS(336747).

POSITION INFO:

Responsibilities:
Supervise Artisans/ Artisan Assistants and includes supervision of boiler contractors and other maintenance contract workers as and when required.
Manage effective plant break-down maintenance (production operations, laboratory, workshop, boilers, company vehicles, main office).
Updating P& ID diagrams and equipment tag numbering.
Develop and implement comprehensive preventative maintenance schedules for all machinery and equipment.
Advise on spare parts stock management and determining appropriate levels of maintenance items (new, current, redundant).
Propose cost saving initiatives and efficiency improvements (reduce down time) to show TPE and OEE.
Ensure that the maintenance team and contractors under your control follow all required safety policies and procedures.
Collaborate with the Engineering Manager and Operations Manager to plan maintenance activities in alignment with production schedules.
Work with and manage sub-contractors where required.
Coordinate work assignments and prioritize tasks to ensure optimal coverage.
Conduct regular training sessions for the maintenance team to enhance their skills in these areas.
Keep record of plant maintenance.
Keep equipment manuals and drawings in good condition to ensure they are controlled and remain in a high-quality condition.
Digitise maintenance records and resources where possible.


Requirements:
N4 Technical Qualification or equivalent- Essential
Qualified Millwright with a Red Seal – Essential
Microsoft Office Suite and Visio- Essential
SAP- Advantageous
Ammonia Plant experience- over 5 years
Food safety and OHS practices and standards- over 5 years- advantage
Experience in the Engineering Dept - Essential – over 5 years
Experience with preventative maintenance- over 5 years
Hydraulic systems- advantageous – over 5 years
PLC and SCADA systems- over 5 years
Demonstrate a strong understanding of a wide range of machinery, welding tools, compressors, generators, lifting equipment, and facility machinery- over 5 years
Project management experience in effluent/ water treatment/ recycling/ energy reduction/ carbon footprint reduction e.g. solar/ capacity increase projects- over 5 years- Essential
Supervision of Engineering Team- over 5 years- Essential


Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.