Engineering Manager – Paper & Packaging Industry

apartmentNetwork Contracting placeJohannesburg calendar_month 
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage the engineering and maintenance team to ensure optimal plant performance
  • Develop and implement preventative and predictive maintenance strategies
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives (lean manufacturing, cost reduction, efficiency improvements)
  • Ensure compliance with safety, health, environmental, and quality standards
  • Manage capital projects, including equipment upgrades, installations, and commissioning
  • Oversee maintenance budgets, resource allocation, and contractor management
  • Collaborate with production and quality teams to minimise downtime and improve output
  • Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and standards (e.g., OHSA, ISO standards)
  • Implement asset management systems and best practices
Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelors Degree or National Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
  • GCC (Government Certificate of Competency) advantageous
  • Minimum 810 years experience in a manufacturing environment (paper, pulp, or packaging preferred)
  • At least 35 years in a management role
  • Strong knowledge of plant maintenance, reliability engineering, and asset management systems
  • Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma)
  • Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Key Competencies
  • Leadership and team development
  • Strategic thinking and planning
  • Strong technical and analytical skills
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
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