Maintenance Manager

AECI Specialty Chemicals Maintenance Manager Location: Jacobs (KZN) Purpose of the job Head of maintenance & engineering related project works for Specialty Chemicals IVS & Jacobs. Directs the facility’s physical maintenance & equipment reliability to minimize downtime & control costs. Manage & oversee an Engineering Superintendent & Engineering Planner; manage budgets, ensure health & safety compliance, & transition strategies from reactive repairs to predictive & preventative maintenance programs.

Involvement in all project related work & engage with other stakeholders to assist to enable execution. Required Outputs Functions Maintain & repair of equipment; develop, implement, & optimize preventative & predictive maintenance strategies to extend asset lifespan. Sets budget for maintenance department; create & manage the departmental budget, track expenditures, & source cost-effective spare parts & tools.

Prioritise maintenance work to be carried out within a limited budget & timeframe. Oversee & manage engineering sub-contractors; negotiate contracts & oversee external contractors for specialized maintenance & repairs. Highly involved in project related work and particular PSM requirements. Hire, train, schedule & mentor maintenance technicians & supervisors.

Hire & oversee training & mentoring apprentices. Ensure plant & machinery comply with legislative standards including being compliant with statutory & annual inspections. Manage robust presentative maintenance programme. Enforce workplace safety policies & ensure all work adheres to statutory & occupational health regulations.

Provide weekly & monthly flash reports and statistics.

Requirements

Qualifications

& Experience Grade 12 (Matric/NSC). Government Certificate of Competency (GCC) qualification is mandatory. NHD or degree in Mechanical Engineering. 5 to 8+ years of maintenance experience with at least 3 years in a management or supervisory capacity. Knowledge of OPTO22 control systems is an advantage. Sound understanding of EHS legislation in relation to process equipment.

Sound understanding of being able to interpret engineering text & related engineering drawings. Comprehensive knowledge of mechanical, electrical & plumbing (MEP) systems, alongside experience managing facility machine. Deep understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, & facility systems, alongside proficiency with CMMS software.

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