Mechanical & Building Services Foreman

2 weeks ago

Pietermaritzburg, South Africa Belgotex Floorcoverings (Pty) Ltd. Full time

Are you a person who has good leadership skills, with a passion for mechanical systems and building services?

Then here an amazing opportunity for you to join the Belgotex Team

**About the Company**

Belgotex is Africa’s leading carpet and artificial grass manufacturer. As a soft flooring specialist we design, make, and distribute high-quality broadloom and modular carpets with custom solutions available to the commercial market. Our extensive product portfolio includes luxury and specialist vinyls and artificial grass.

**Corporate **Values**:

- **Better Together**:We believe that people inspire greatness. It takes a team to achieve our world class standards and we can’t do any of this alone.
- **We Tread Softly**:We are a recognised world leader for sustainability practices, asking less of the planet in all that we do.
- **Deep Focus**:We are on a journey of vertical growth to deliver specialised flooring solutions to Africa and the world.
- **Curiosity**:True innovation starts with a desire to explore and achieve the unimaginable.
- **Courage**:We’re not afraid to ask big questions, even if it means asking more of ourselves.

**Purpose of this Role**:
To facilitate the seamless operation of mechanical systems and building services that underpin manufacturing processes, uphold safety and regulatory standards, and enhance operational efficiency within the facility. The Mechanical and Building Services Foreman is tasked with supervising the maintenance and operation of mechanical systems and building services. Their responsibilities include ensuring the robust upkeep of equipment, machinery, and building infrastructure to sustain production activities and safeguard employee well-being.

**Key Accountabilities and Outputs**:
Maintenance Activities: Overseeing the maintenance and repair of mechanical systems and building services to ensure they operate efficiently and safely. (HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and other building services). Manage building renovation and improvement projects, coordinating with engineering, maintenance, and construction teams.
- Team Supervision: Directing a team of technicians and maintenance personnel, assigning tasks, and ensuring work is completed according to schedule and standards.
- Monitoring Equipment Performance: Regularly inspecting mechanical equipment and building systems to identify potential issues or areas needing maintenance and taking proactive measures to address them to ensure reliability and minimize downtime. Coordinate with external contractors for specialized maintenance and repair work as needed.
- Compliance and Safety: Ensuring that all mechanical systems and building services comply with relevant safety regulations and standards, implementing safety protocols, and conducting safety inspections. Troubleshoot mechanical issues and implement corrective actions to maintain operational efficiency.
- Optimizing Efficiency: Implementing strategies to improve operational efficiency and reduce downtime, such as implementing preventive maintenance programs, optimizing energy usage, and recommending equipment upgrades or replacements when necessary.
- At least 8-10 years previous experience in maintenance and repair of mechanical systems, machine design, spare part fabrication and building services in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the têxtile industry.
- Must have strong knowledge of HVAC systems, plumbing, fire protection systems, and other building services.
- Familiarity with building codes, safety regulations, and environmental compliance requirements.
- Must have supervisory skills to manage a team of technicians and prioritize maintenance tasks effectively.
- Must have problem-solving abilities and the capacity to work under pressure to address mechanical issues promptly.
- Effective communication skills to interact with internal stakeholders, external vendors, and contractors.

**Competencies: AN INDIVIDUAL CONTRIBUTOR**:
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- **Valuing Differences** - Working effectively with individuals of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, abilities, motivations, or backgrounds; seeks out and uses unique abilities, insights, and ideas from diverse individuals.
- **Work standards** - Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
- **Initiating Action** - Taking prompt action to accomplish work goals; taking action to achieve results beyond what is required; being proactive.
- **Planning and Organising** - Establishing an action plan for self and others to complete work efficiently and on time by setting priorities, establishing timelines, and leveraging resources.

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