Description:
The Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing the engineering and maintenance functions of the CRF, ensuring the delivery of high-quality technical solutions and minimizing plant downtime. This role involves leading a team of engineers and artisans, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and managing the maintenance of the factory and engineering projects. The Maintenance Manager will also be responsible for maintaining a high % uptime on site and proactively addressing potential breakdowns.
Educational and Professional Requirements:
Electrical Qualification ; Master’s degree advantageous. Professional Engineering registration or Government Certificate of Competency (GCC). Red Seal qualification (Millwright) preferred. Proven experience in working with pumps, compressors, mills, boilers, and other critical equipment. Proven experience in the engineering field within a similar industry. Experience with agile methodologies and project management tools. Client wanting 80% plant maintenance and 20% projects experience The role involves 30% time spent being hands on 30% time spent on team management 30% time doing planning/administration / seeing to sparesResponsibilities:
Team Leadership and Development:
Manage and lead a team of maintenance personnel (engineers and artisans), providing mentorship, guidance, and career development support. Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to team members. Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence within the engineering team. Identify skills gaps and collaborate with HR to develop training programs. Provide mentoring to successors and assist in recruiting suitable engineering talent. Foster a culture of “can do spirit” and teamwork amongst subordinates. Motivate and inspire continuous improvement within the team.Project and Maintenance Management:
Coordinate with management and other stakeholders to define project scope, requirements, and timelines. Manage engineering and equipment suppliers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of support services and equipment. Plan and prioritize engineering and maintenance resources to meet project goals. Oversee the design, development, and deployment of technical solutions. Monitor engineering, project, and maintenance progress and performance, ensuring adherence to quality standards and timelines. Develop and implement maintenance strategies to improve plant reliability and performance. Create effective key performance indicators (SMART) for the engineering team and manage team performance and deliverables.Operational Excellence:
Minimize plant breakdowns throug
02 Mar 2025;
from:
gumtree.co.za