Manufacturing Superintendent Designate
Staff Solutions Recruitment Port Elizabeth
Key Performance Areas
- Oversee and coordinate the daily operations of the maintenance function within the Wheel Making area.
- Ensure maximum equipment availability and reliability to meet production planning requirements.
- Work closely with the Maintenance Superintendent (Wheel Finishing) and the Maintenance Planner to ensure continuous availability of plant services and infrastructure.
- Maintain and regularly review the critical spare parts inventory for the Wheel Making department.
- Identify, analyse, and resolve maintenance constraints or equipment breakdowns efficiently.
- Manage and control the maintenance budget for the Wheel Making section.
- Collaborate with the Production Department to identify operational challenges and implement effective technical solutions.
- Support initiatives aimed at reducing the plants energy consumption and environmental footprint.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of energy-saving projects and technologies.
- Provide technical guidance and support to the maintenance team when required, including during urgent operational situations.
- Participate in internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with required standards and procedures.
- Red Seal Trade Qualification (Mechanical or Industrial Electrical) essential
- National Diploma in Engineering or related field advantageous
- Supervisory or Leadership Qualification advantageous
- Minimum 10 years experience in an Automotive or Manufacturing Maintenance environment
- Experience working with machinery and processes within a wheel manufacturing environment would be advantageous
- Knowledge of energy management and energy-saving technologies
- Strong problem-solving capability, using techniques such as 5 Why Analysis, Fishbone Analysis, or SWOT Analysis
- Experience working with electrical systems, compressed air systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics
- Sound knowledge of OHS Act, ISO 50001, and IATF 16949 standards
- Proficiency in computer applications and maintenance systems, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, CMMS, and asset management systems
- Demonstrated fault-finding and troubleshooting ability across electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
- Strong communication and analytical problem-solving skills
- Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams, schematics, and engineering drawings
- Proven leadership, coordination, and project management abilities
- Excellent attendance and disciplinary record
Staff Solutions RecruitmentPort Elizabeth
with the Maintenance Superintendent (Wheel Finishing) and the Maintenance Planner to ensure continuous availability of plant services and infrastructure.
• Maintain and regularly review the critical spare parts inventory for the Wheel Making department.
• Identify...
Staff Solutions RecruitmentPort Elizabeth
and undertake additional maintenance-related tasks as directed by the Maintenance Superintendent.
Qualifications
• Relevant technical qualification with strong mechanical and/or electrical knowledge.
• Red Seal Trade Test (Millwright or Fitter) essential...
Staff Solutions RecruitmentPort Elizabeth
Key Responsibilities:
• Daily cashbook management, including recording all bank receipts, payments, transfers, and debit orders accurately
• Performing monthly bank reconciliations and investigating discrepancies, including unallocated deposits