Maintenance Manager

SUMMARY:
Our client is looking for a dynamic innovative individual to oversee and manage the maintenance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe maintenance, 
repair or replacement of company facilities, systems and fixed assets, to ensure maximum production quantity and quality, while supporting the policies, goals and objectives of the company. Ensuring a safe workplace environment without risk to employees. The role will also assist production to reach their targets of production and quality and assisting on capex projects.

POSITION INFO:
Key responsibilities (but not limited to):
Maintenance Management

• Oversee all installation, repair and maintenance operations of the company’s facility and fixed assets.
• Implementing maintenance procedures and standard to reduce risk of failure from the operating equipment and machinery.
• Drafting and implementing strategic asset management plan.
• Negotiate and liaise maintenance contractors and vendors to ensure reasonable costs for all mechanical repairs and spare purchases.
• Responsible for developing and managing maintenance budget incl. CAPEX projects; incl. management of maintenance costs and projects.
• Focused on continuous improvement, leading improvement projects and other projects.
• Follow company policies regarding all plant maintenance activities and procurement.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical components, power distribution systems and production machinery when faulty.
• Monitor all critical plant equipment and prepare efficient and effective preventative maintenance schedules and ensure implementation.
• Compile a routine equipment check list and conduct regular inspections.
• Improve machine productivity yields and time efficiencies through preventative, scheduled maintenance and technology improvements.
• Document and maintain all equipment SOP’s and maintenance procedures and history.
• Manage repairs and maintenance activities in the plant within budgeted costs to achieve consistent reduction in unplanned downtime.
• Partner with Production Manager to achieve the projected volumes by regulating the plant downtime and supporting process improvements through continuous technology upgrades
• Provide support to the production process through technical inputs on equipment installation, commissioning and maintenance.
• Conduct inhouse training as required on basic maintenance issues.

• National Diploma (Technical Qualification) / Degree
• 6-years’ experience in a similar work environment as a Maintenance Manager
• Computer literate (Ms Excel skills, exposure to or experience with an ERP system will be an advantage).
• Previous experience in the food manufacturing industry will be a distinct advantage.
• Solid project management experience is critical.
• Knowledge on preventative maintenance programs, job card systems, safety risk management, OHS Act, advanced electrical and mechanical engineering knowledge.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, ability to cultivate strong relationships, strategic thinking, high energy, self-motivated.
• Ability to coordinate, prioritise, plan, and follow up; ability to multi-task; working under pressure.
• Candidates should have strong analytical aptitude, be structured, and organized.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
• Valid driver’s license and own transport.