Maintenance Manager

Are you a heavy-industry powerhouse ready to drive world‑class plant reliability for the next 12 months? Our client – a leader in high‑stakes industrial operations – needs a battle‑tested Maintenance Manager to take full command of site‑wide maintenance and deliver zero unplanned downtime in one of South Africa's most critical production environments. Our client in the Engineering sector is looking for a Maintenance Manager (GCC Factories) to join their team in Mpumalanga, Witbank. Requirements BSc, BEng, BTech, National Diploma or equivalent in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering. Government Certificate of Competency (GCC) – Factories. Post graduate management qualification. 10+ Years' experience in the maintenance field in heavy industry. Practical experience in both the electrical and mechanical disciplines. Project management experience. Experience in WCM. 5+ Years middle/departmental management experience in asset / maintenance management in heavy industry. Prior GMR. Additional Requirements Legal appointment demonstrating good understanding of the OHS Act and its regulations, with 5+ years' experience holding such an appointment. Valid driver's license and own transport. Computer literacy (MS Office Suite). Smelting Ferro experience. Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities. Competent in problem solving, team building, planning and decision making. Experience in asset maintenance systems and strategies. Good knowledge of maintenance principles and practices and experience in implementing systems and strategies for asset maintenance and planning. Good knowledge and experience in electrical and mechanical systems and root cause analysis. Demonstrate decisiveness in resolving problems and making decisions. Duties and Responsibilities Foster a safe and efficient working environment for all employees. Promote a culture of safety compliance across the organization. Integrate safety protocols into maintenance plans and execution. Maintain compliance with organizational and legal safety standards, ensuring timely statutory inspections. Verify that all equipment and machinery meet applicable health and safety regulations and standards. Advise superintendents and management on statutory requirements for their assets and support compliance efforts. Ensure contractors adhere to site regulations and legal safety requirements. Fulfill duties as a GMR 2.1 appointee. Collaborate with finance to develop and manage the maintenance budget, achieving cost efficiencies. Contribute to the 5-year capital expenditure plan. Optimize resources for maintenance execution. Implement systems for forward‑looking maintenance cost forecasting to support annual budgets and monthly projections. Identify and pursue cost‑reduction opportunities. Prepare and submit regular maintenance reports to management. Maintain and update the asset risk register. Plan and execute preventive maintenance programs on schedule. Analyze operational and administrative issues, recommending and implementing effective solutions. Monitor, record, and report on utilities consumption. Oversee maintenance for safety, efficiency, quality, budget adherence, and resource optimization. Uphold high housekeeping standards in responsible areas. Plan, organize, and direct maintenance and repair activities to maximize asset returns. Demonstrate leadership through collaboration, partnership, and effective communication across teams. Develop plans to minimize costs via efficient use of personnel, equipment, facilities, materials, and capital. Implement maintenance strategies and practices aligned with organizational goals. Establish accountability for problem‑solving and cost reduction within teams. Provide technical support for plant maintenance and repairs. Generate reports, analyze data, and recommend improvements for plants and facilities. Draft tender specifications for outsourced services and equipment procurement. Hold teams accountable for peak efficiency and quality in maintenance performance. Lead problem‑solving initiatives using appropriate tools and techniques. Manage a critical spares list, coordinate with procurement for availability, and maintain effective stock control for consumables and spares. Conduct breakdown investigations using root cause analysis and similar methods. Track and report on plant availability, utilization, and KPIs (e.g., MTBF, MTTR). Maintain accurate maintenance and statutory records. Coordinate all plant shutdown maintenance activities. Enhance reliability through informed decisions and initiatives to maximize output and quality. Identify improvement areas in maintenance, equipment performance, and quality management; implement supporting systems and processes. Ensure maintenance reporting complies with policies and procedures. Provide input on business cases for capital projects and support delivery to meet economic and operational targets. Report on KPIs, highlighting key developments to senior management. Implement risk mitigation to eliminate major or repeat incidents and unplanned outages. Promote ongoing risk assessment and continuous improvement in operations. Assess asset risks and plan for acquisition, maintenance, replacement, and disposal in collaboration with the Asset Manager. Prioritize critical assets and ensure their effective management. Support root cause analysis on failures to improve reliability, in partnership with the Asset Manager and reliability engineers. #J-18808-Ljbffr