TRAFFIC Eastern Cape

Maintenance Supervisor

University of Fort Hare

Job Description

Engineering / Technical / Production / Manufacturing / Motor

Our Client is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to manage and control factory maintenance operations to ensure optimal equipment performance, minimal downtime, and safe delivery of production targets and quality standards.

Job Requirements
  • Trade Test (NQF 5) - required
  • Certificate in Technical/Maintenance field (NQF 5) - required
  • First Line Management Certificate (NQF 5) - required
  • Diploma in Technical field (NQF 6) - advantageou
  • Up to 5 years' maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • 1-2 years' supervisory experience.
  • Experience working shifts (advantageo
  • MS Office proficiency
  • SAP / ERP systems knowledge
  • Strong understanding of maintenance systems and manufacturing safety regulations
Job Duties
  • Oversee reactive, preventative, and predictive maintenance on plant and equipment.
  • Coordinate first-line maintenance to minimise downtime and production disruptions.
  • Raise, manage, and approve job cards and ensure required work permits are in place.
  • Conduct and lead root cause analysis (5 WHY, 8D, etc.) on equipment failures.
  • Monitor plant shutdowns and ensure effective feedback and reporting.
  • Ensure compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental (SHE) regulations.
  • Maintain high housekeeping and safety standards in all work areas.
  • Supervise and manage maintenance team performance, including appraisals and development plans.
  • Manage departmental budget, control maintenance costs, and identify cost saving opportunities.
  • Prepare reports and provide feedback to the Engineering Maintenance Manager.
Salary

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About This Role

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Salary Benchmark
$46,650/year
Source: O*NET (USD)
Key Skills for This Role
Management of Personnel Resources Coordination Monitoring Speaking Time Management
Common Technologies
Email software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Facility use software Microsoft Access Microsoft Excel

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