Maintenance Foreman

About the position

A reputable company in the food manufacturing sector is seeking a Maintenance Foreman to lead its mechanical maintenance team at a key production facility. This role is ideal for a technically skilled and safety-conscious leader with a strong background in plant maintenance and team supervision.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric or equivalent
• Trade Test: Fitter or Millwright, or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
• 5+ years’ experience as an Artisan (Fitter/Millwright)
• 5+ years in a supervisory or foreman role
• Experience with boilers, pumps, and conveyor systems
• Proficient in planned maintenance systems (e.g., Pragma, SAP PM)
• Strong leadership, planning, and communication skills
• Safety- and quality-focused mindset

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee maintenance and repair of mechanical systems and plant equipment
• Lead and manage a team of artisans and maintenance staff
• Plan and schedule preventative and corrective maintenance
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards
• Conduct inspections and manage the asset register
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and inventory
• Coordinate with contractors and suppliers for parts and services
• Provide technical support to operations and ensure minimal downtime
• Report incidents and implement corrective actions

?? Key Skills:

• Mechanical fault finding & troubleshooting
• Preventative maintenance planning
• Team leadership & coaching
• Equipment inspections & audits
• CMMS (Pragma, SAP PM)
• Knowledge of pumps, boilers, conveyors
• Health & safety compliance
• Technical reporting & asset control

 

Desired Skills:

• Fault Finding
• Health and Safety Compliance
• Maintenance
• Performance Management
• SAP
• Team Leadership
• Troubleshooting