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Mechanical Department Head

1 month ago

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Top Talent Professional Services Full time
Job Title: Mechanical Manager

The Mechanical Manager is a key role within our organization, responsible for overseeing the planning, organization, and leadership of the mechanical department. This position requires a strong understanding of mechanical systems, as well as excellent leadership and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Confer with management and subordinates to resolve worker problems and enforce safety regulations.
  • Coordinate operations and activities within or between departments to ensure efficient management of mechanical departments.
  • Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with progress claims, project programs, and materials procurement.
  • Plan, organize, and direct activities concerned with the production and maintenance of structures, facilities, equipment, and systems.
  • Carry out stock orders, work packs, and design, pricing, and order processing of various projects.
  • Design schematic drawings using software such as CAD, Inventor, and Lantek.
  • Schedule projects in logical steps and budget time required to meet deadlines.
  • Deal with the results of delays, bad weather, or emergencies affecting projects and works.
  • Demonstrate equipment operations and work and safety procedures to new employees.
  • Supervise and manage the work of staff or subcontractors to ensure adherence to quality standards and deadlines.
  • Provide employees with guidance in handling difficult or complex problems.
  • Inspect materials, products, or equipment to detect defects or malfunctions.
  • Observe work and monitor to ensure that works conform to production and construction standards.
  • Plan and establish work schedules, assignments, and production/construction sequences to meet production/construction goals.
  • Read and analyze charts, work orders, schedules, and other records and reports to determine work requirements.
Requirements:
  • Trade or equivalent Diploma in Mechanical Design Engineering.
  • Supervisory Qualification or Equivalent.
  • 5-10 years experience in the field.
  • Experience in managing a department of more than 20 employees.
  • Read, Write, and Computer Literate.
  • Driver's License.
  • Ability to manage one's own time and the time of others.
  • Ability to motivate, develop, and direct people as they work.
  • Ability to identify the best people for the job.
Desired Skills and Competencies:
  • Attention to detail.
  • Dependability.
  • Co-operation.
  • Leadership.
  • Integrity.
  • Initiative.
  • Stress Tolerance.
  • Self-Control.
  • Knowledge of mathematical calculations and problem-solving.
  • Safety codes and best practices.
  • Electrical/Mechanical installation practice and regulations.