MAINTENANCE ENGINEER

Muizenberg

Our client is an international food manufacturing facility operating under extreme safety conditions and standards. With a strict food safety culture, the company has seen immense progression and development and is in need of a Maintenance Engineer to lead the maintenance team.

The ideal candidate has experience in the FMCG industry, specifically in a management or supervisory role. The incumbent will report to the Technical Manager.

Duties:

• Adhering to food safety rules and regulations
• Managing planning and task execution of maintenance staff and contractors
• Providing technical assistance and acting as stand-in for Technical Manager as required
• Managing and maintaining job card system
• Overseeing and assisting with machinery repair work
• Developing planned maintenance schedule
• Managing the planned and unplanned maintenance system
• Providing technical and mechanical insight in terms of technical, mechanical and electrical fault-finding as well as problem-solving
• Managing maintenance budget
• Developing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures
• Maintaining critical spares records and inventory
• Liaising with contractors and service providers

Requirements:

• Diploma or degree (Mechanical Engineering)
• Computer literate (MS Office, ERP systems)
• Food factory and food safety experience
• Strong technical knowledge and expertise
• Practical experience in the electrical and mechanical fields
• Reliable / consistent personality
• Detail-oriented and structured
• Stand-by and call-outs are required

The company offers market-related remuneration and benefits, based on the successful applicant’s experience and qualifications.