Overview
Maintenance Manager – Heavy Manufacturing Jobs in Vanderbijlpark, South Africa at Fempower Personnel
Location: Vanderbijlpark
A leading steel manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead asset reliability, preventative maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives at a high-performance production facility. This role offers a strategic leadership opportunity to manage maintenance teams, optimize plant performance, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
Requirements:
B-Degree (NQF 8/10) in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial preferred)
Government Certificate of Competence (GCC) – Factories
Experience managing maintenance operations in complex production plants
Proficiency in maintenance management systems (SAP, Maximo, or equivalent)
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and asset optimization
6+ years of experience in industrial maintenance management
Minimum of 3 years in a managerial role
Key Responsibilities:
Asset Reliability & Maintenance Planning:
Lead preventative, predictive, and reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) programs to maximize plant uptime
SHERQ & Compliance:
Ensure full compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality (SHERQ) regulations
Production Support:
Work closely with production managers to adapt maintenance schedules and minimize operational disruptions
Budget & Cost Management:
Develop and manage the total maintenance budget, ensuring cost-effective maintenance operations
Continuous Improvement & CAPEX Initiatives:
Implement lean maintenance strategies and drive capital expenditure (CAPEX) projects
Stakeholder Engagement:
Manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and drive value-added partnerships
Leadership & Workforce Development:
Coach, mentor, and develop high-potential maintenance personnel
Technology & Systems Management:
Oversee the integration of advanced maintenance management systems (SAP, Maximo, or equivalent)
Title: Maintenance Manager – Heavy Manufacturing
Company: Fempower Personnel
Location: Vanderbijlpark, South Africa
Category: Manufacturing / Production (Industrial Maintenance, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic)
