32 Maintenance Coordinator jobs in South Africa

Overview

Location: City of Cape Town, Somerset West, Somerset West Business Park

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Primary Industry: Logistics, Procurement, Distribution and Supply Chain

Secondary Industry: Travel, Leisure, Tourism and Hospitality

Salary: ZAR25000 - ZAR25000 Per month

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits and Competitive Bonuses

• Work Order Coordination
  • Assign and manage work orders promptly to ensure timely resolution of maintenance tasks.
  • Monitor outstanding work orders and follow up to ensure completion and closure.
  • Confirm supplier completion of work and facilitate accurate work order closure.
• Supplier & Stakeholder Communication
  • Maintain effective communication with suppliers and internal stakeholders regarding task progress, timelines, and expectations.
  • Ensure suppliers receive and acknowledge work orders for action.
• System & Invoice Support
  • Load and manage quotations and invoices related to maintenance activities.
  • Liaise with Accounts Payable and General Accounts to support accurate financial processing.
  • Assist stores with the Infraspeak system, including closing completed work orders.

• Diploma or advanced Certificate in warehouse or logistics or procurement
• Minimum 4-6 years of experience in warehouse or logistics management
• Valid Driver’s License
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office package and Infraspeak
• Proven track record in managing teams and improving warehouse performance
• Hands-on approach and excellent organizational skills
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability
• Experience in QSR or Retail

There is a wonderful opportunity available for a Maintenance Coordinator at a well-established food manufacturing company based in the Free State.

Requirements:

1. Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
2. Government Certificate of Competency (Factories) would prove to be advantageous
3. Trade Test is essential
4. 10 – 15 years’ experience in the food manufacturing industry

Correspondence will only be conducted with short listed candidates. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

We are seeking an experienced, dedicated and detail-oriented Maintenance Coordinator to oversee all maintenance activities and ensure the general upkeep of the manufacturing plant. This role is responsible for developing and implementing maintenance plans to minimize downtime, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and maintaining accurate records of all maintenance activities. The Maintenance Coordinator will also be responsible for asset care management and ensuring adherence to the Occupational Health and Safety to maintain a safe working environment.

• Perform tasks associated machine availability.
• Ensure optimal machine availability by implementing effective maintenance strategies.
• Develop and execute preventive maintenance schedules to minimize breakdowns.
• Review, evaluate, and prioritize maintenance requests to ensure timely response.
• Coordinate rapid response teams for urgent repairs.
• Regularly inspect sites, assess equipment conditions, and address maintenance needs.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and records for all machinery.
• Oversee the implementation of the MECP (Maintenance Excellence and Continuous Improvement Program).
• Assign tasks and supervise maintenance team to ensure efficiency.
• Lead, mentor, and train the maintenance team to enhance performance and skills development.
• Conduct regular team meetings to provide updates on maintenance performance and priorities.
• Monitor team performance and provide constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement corrective actions where necessary.
• Maintain an inventory of spare parts and ensure timely procurement of replacements.

• Assist and oversee troubleshooting, repair, and servicing of machinery, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Prepare downtime analysis and cost reports for management review.
• Recommend and implement efficiency improvements to reduce costs and enhance productivity.
• Manage project deliverables to ensure alignment with organizational goals while coordinating maintenance teams for effective execution of machine upgrades and new installations

• Strong technical knowledge of maintenance processes and equipment.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and problem-solving.
• Project management and coordination skills.
• Leadership and team management abilities.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) is an advantage.

• Education: Grade 12 with Trade Test. A Diploma or Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or a related field) is preferred.
• Experience: 3–6 years in a similar role, preferably in manufacturing or FMCG industries.
• Certifications: Relevant industry certifications in Maintenance Management, Leadership, or related fields are advantageous.

• Grade 12
• Proven technical aptitude
• Driver's license
• Basic knowledge of mechanical / electrical maintenance
• Organisational & supervisory skills
• Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
• Technical post matric qualification will be to your advantage
• Own accommodation and transport in Swellendam or surrounding area.

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, actively promote a safe working environment, and report or address any safety risks or incidents promptly.

• General repairs
• Gas installation/ maintenance
• Manage cleaning teams
• Garden maintenance

• General maintenance
• Auto electrical work
• Services
• Stock control

• Pump houses
• Main lines
• Installations
• Boreholes

At Opago we are a one-stop solution for property managers, using industry-leading technology to maximise returns.

As one of our Maintenance Coordinators, you will deliver exceptional service to our clients in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Your primary responsibilities include supporting clients with their maintenance or app-related queries, liaising with suppliers to schedule and oversee tasks, and ensuring a high-quality end-to-end service experience. The role will be offered on an initial 6 month full time contract.

Responsibilities
:

• First point of contact for clients, addressing maintenance and app-related queries with professionalism and efficiency
• Coordinate with suppliers to schedule, monitor, and complete maintenance tasks
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with all stakeholders
• Checking property and job request info is correct in our systems with all information needed to deliver services in the field
• Proactively resolve client issues, taking ownership of challenges and delivering solutions
• Responding to client complaints
• Providing feedback to management about client concerns
• Maintaining client and supplier records

The Essentials

• Available to work UK hours and weekends (generally 8-5 or 9-6 shift pattern)
• Client focused and passionate about delivering an exceptional service
• 3 Years Property maintenance coordination experience
• Experience with maintenance issues for homes in the United Kingdom or Europe
• Effective English written and verbal communication skills
• Critical thinking skills to handle a variety of client support related situations
• Organised and detail driven
• Ability to multi task and thrive in a live operational environment
• Experience using a Help Desk system e.g. (Freshdesk, Zendesk, or Salesforce)

Salary
: 28,000 RAN per month gross

At Opago, you'll be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence

Feltex is seeking an experienced Maintenance Coordinator to oversee and coordinate the effective upkeep, repair, and optimisation of plant equipment and facilities. The successful incumbent will be responsible for ensuring reliable plant operations through scheduled maintenance, prompt response to breakdowns, adherence to safety standards, tool & equipment procurement and accurate maintenance reporting.

This role plays a key part in supporting operational efficiency by minimising downtime, managing maintenance schedules, monitoring performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The Maintenance Coordinator will also guide the maintenance team, collaborate closely with Maintenance Specialist, production and plant leadership, and ensure that maintenance practices align with organisational objectives.

Job Description
Location:
City of Cape Town, Somerset West, Somerset West Business Park

Job Type:
Permanent, Full-Time

Primary Industry:
Logistics, Procurement, Distribution and Supply Chain

Secondary Industry:
Travel, Leisure, Tourism and Hospitality

Salary:
ZAR ZAR25000 Per month

Benefits:
Comprehensive benefits and Competitive Bonuses

Job Duties
Work Order Coordination

• Assign and manage work orders promptly to ensure timely resolution of maintenance tasks.
• Monitor outstanding work orders and follow up to ensure completion and closure.
• Confirm supplier completion of work and facilitate accurate work order closure.

Supplier & Stakeholder Communication

• Maintain effective communication with suppliers and internal stakeholders regarding task progress, timelines, and expectations.
• Ensure suppliers receive and acknowledge work orders for action.

System & Invoice Support

• Load and manage quotations and invoices related to maintenance activities.
• Liaise with Accounts Payable and General Accounts to support accurate financial processing.
• Assist stores with the Infraspeak system, including closing completed work orders.

Job Requirements

• Diploma or advance Certificate in warehouse or logistics or procurement
• Minimum 4-6 years of experience in warehouse or logistics management
• Valid Driver's License.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office package and Infraspeak
• Proven track record in managing teams and improving warehouse performance
• Hands-on approach and excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability.
• Experience in QSR or Retail.

Feltex is seeking an experienced Maintenance Coordinator to oversee and coordinate the effective upkeep, repair, and optimisation of plant equipment and facilities. The successful incumbent will be responsible for ensuring reliable plant operations through scheduled maintenance, prompt response to breakdowns, adherence to safety standards, tool & equipment procurement and accurate maintenance reporting.

This role plays a key part in supporting operational efficiency by minimising downtime, managing maintenance schedules, monitoring performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The Maintenance Coordinator will also guide the maintenance team, collaborate closely with Maintenance Specialist, production and plant leadership, and ensure that maintenance practices align with organisational objectives.

• Grade 12
• National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Minimum 2 years' working experience in a maintenance role
• Knowledge of the Automotive Industry will be highly advantageous

Equipment and Maintenance Activities:

• Track and analyse machine performance
• Purchasing of maintenance spares / consumables, stock items, machinery, tools and other orders with accredited suppliers at the best possible price and best delivery time
• Implement maintenance strategies
• Control critical spares inventory
• Compile corrective action report for machine breakdown
• Assist in machine breakdowns
• Matches delivery note from supplier against invoice
• Updating PM checks
• Update daily management boards
• Participate in Annual and weekly Safety, Financial audits.
• Create preventative maintenance plan for all plant assets
• Running/Responsible for Maintenance Connection Systems
• Ensures that material handling equipment in workshop is maintained in safe working order
• Arranging Load testing yearly and maintenance on all forklifts in plant when needed & repairs and maintenance on all forklifts
• Arranging 3montly and yearly inspections of all lifting equipment – cranes, slings, racking, pallet jacks and so forth – and all repairs & maintenance on lifting equipment
• Keeping lifting equipment, forklift files up to date and for Audit purposes
• Create and maintain a maintenance schedule for all the machines.

Stock Control:

• Takes stock of all finished maintenance spares on monthly basis
• Assisting with stock take when needed on monthly basis
• Booking out of stock and processing on maintenance sheet and submitting to finance
• Reconciles stock count with computer stock balances
• Controlling of stock in stores
• Ensure that FIFO principles are adhered to
• Ensures that material and spares are stacked safely and according to safety regulation

Time & Attendance:

• Records time and attendance, if required
• Checking and submitting time sheets for contractors (10 employees)
• Checking exceptions and approving of hours on SACO for wages maintenance employees
• Submit hours to wage department & Adorp Blu
• Checking, Process & submitting of maintenance staff salary staff overtime & petrol claims to Payroll

SHE:

• Ensures housekeeping and safety rules are adhered to
• Assisting with purchasing of plant PPE
• Assisting with issuing of PPE to employees
• Assist in Audits

Finance:

• Maintaining Maintenance expenditure sheet with daily spend for all departments updated daily or when purchase orders are raised – on EXCEL sheet
• Monthly Maintenance Accruals for all departments on spend sheet – submit to March
• Month end reports done on Maintenance expenditure and submitting to Kirsten and Finance department
• Opening of New vendor suppliers – loading of documents on share point – Local, Overseas & One time

Maintenance Connection:

• Analyse Maintenance Reports and identify opportunities for improvements