Maintenance Operations Manager

2 weeks ago


Standerton, Mpumalanga, South Africa Top Vitae Full time

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Maintenance Manager to oversee the engineering and maintenance functions of our 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.

Key Responsibilities

  • 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 through proactive maintenance and addressing technical and operational risks.
    • Ensure high % uptime on site by effectively managing maintenance activities and responding to emergencies.
    • Oversee the operation and maintenance of critical equipment, including pumps, compressors, mills, and boilers.
    • Implement and improve maintenance strategies to enhance equipment reliability and efficiency.
    • Handle conflict and disputes effectively in collaboration with HR.
  • Technical Expertise:
    • Possess strong PLC knowledge and experience (at least 2+ years), preferably on Allan Bradley systems.
    • Utilize a strong technical background to address and solve engineering challenges.
    • Stay current with industry trends and best practices in engineering management.
    • Ensure equipment is operated as per Original Equipment Manufacturer's (OEM) instructions and recommendations.
  • Safety and Compliance:
    • Identify and address safety risks, ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation.
    • Ensure total confidentiality of all internal and external information pertaining to the business.
    • Develop and enforce department policies and procedures to maintain a safe and efficient working environment.
    • Act as GMR 2 for the site.
  • Behavioural Competencies:
    • Highly organized and structured approach to work.
    • Willing to go the extra mile.
    • Work alternate weekends and public holidays.
    • Strong leadership abilities and excellent communication skills.
    • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
    • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
    • Ability to effectively hold communication meetings and disseminate information to the team.

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 spares.

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