Maintenance Foreman

Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Job Description


Job & Company Description:
My client is a leading supplier of animal feed solutions, offering tailored nutrition for livestock, focusing on quality, sustainability, and innovation. Their expertise and support empowers farmers to optimize production and ensure animal well-being, benefiting agriculture locally and internationally.

The Maintenance Foreman will be responsible for planning the maintenance schedule, conducting inspections and repairs of machinery and equipment, managing spare parts inventory, overseeing repairs of unplanned breakdowns, and implementing preventative maintenance programs. Additionally, they will recruit and manage staff, control the plant's budget, ensure food safety and health standards, and comply with relevant legislation. The ideal candidate will possess practical mechanical and electrical knowledge, leadership skills, and exhibit behavioural competencies such as accountability, critical thinking, and a proactive attitude towards safety and quality.

Job Experience and Skills Required:

  • Education: Grade 12 qualification is required.
  • Technical Qualification: N6 Millwright or equivalent technical qualification is necessary.
  • Trade Certificate: Must hold a valid Millwright trade certificate.
  • Work Experience: Minimum of 6 years technical experience as a qualified Millwright, preferably with previous experience in an animal feed factory, advantageous.
  • Additionally, possession of a Category 2 Registered Wiremans License for Installation Electrician is essential.
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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1298513
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    R600000 - 700000 per year
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned