Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor, Witbank

Sheldon Recruitment

Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Nelspruit, Mpumalanga
Contract type: Full time

Reference: EL003312-Glyni-1

Our client has a vacancy for a Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor, for a permanent role, based in Witbank, Mpumalanga.

Applicants are required to strictly meet the following criteria:

  • N4 Qualified Fitter recognised apprenticeship & Trade test (section 13)
  • Experienced as a Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor
  • Proven track record of applying and controlling maintenance management systems
  • Experienced and knowledgeable in the maintenance and operations of industrial water treatment plants
  • Strong Mechanical background to analyse and troubleshoot accurately and quickly give support and guidance to mechanical artisans
  • Strong understanding of the OHS and MHS Act regulations and practices
  • Experienced in the application of Root Cause Analysis methods
  • Knowledgeable and experienced in Lifting and Rigging activities
  • MS Office literacy; Medically fit to deal with various weather and temperature conditions
  • Able to work in confined spaces and heights; Drivers, own vehicle and willing to travel
  • Willing to work standby after hours and weekends

The s uccessful applicant would be responsible for, but not limited to:

  • Ensure application of and adherence to the Maintenance Information system (SAP) and ensure all assets are clearly marked and controlled with the asset register
  • Supervisory management, scheduling and coordination of an E, M, I & CM maintenance team w.r.t performing preventive, corrective and condition-based predictive maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs
  • Ensure equipment for preventive maintenance, predictive vibration analysis, and performance evaluation (i.e. gearboxes, pumps, structures, machinery and assemblies) as per the Preventive Maintenance Schedule and Corrective ad-hoc requirements are performed, reported, recorded, actioned and closed out
  • Assist in the monitoring and submission of detailed monthly reporting on mechanical and condition monitoring equipment condition, preventive and corrective work, both performed and outstanding and all relevant contractual/project aspects & requirements
  • Ensure adherence to established communication lines and reporting requirements
  • Apply sound human resource principles, administration and control to meet performance objectives
  • Ensure prompt completion and submission of completed PM schedules, job cards and timesheets and relevant departmental documentation
  • Ensure safety and housekeeping meet the standards as set out in terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Act at a high level and comply with all applicable ISO system requirements and ensure continual improvement of these systems
  • Ensure that specified, approved and contractual required stock levels are kept and controlled at all times.
  • High standard of monitoring and reporting on electro-mechanical plant condition
  • Assist with specifications, sourcing, quality control of equipment required/refurbished/repaired, as well as pricing, tendering and implementation on new electrical, mechanical and civil installations
  • Manage and attend to breakdowns and prioritise jobs promptly
  • Supervision, management, training and coordination of the maintenance team

Sal ary: Market related

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