532 Maintenance Professionals jobs in South Africa

A leading manufacturer in plastic extrusion and injection moulding is seeking a Facilities & Maintenance Manager to join their dynamic operations team in East Rand Gauteng . With a reputation for high-quality production and innovative design they are looking for a hands-on technically skilled leader with a strong background in plastics or high-speed manufacturing.

Duties & Responsibilities

Oversee all facility infrastructure including compressors chillers cooling towers and transformers

Manage preventative and reactive maintenance on AC / DC motors pumps pneumatics hydraulics and panel wiring

Perform expert-level PLC and VSD / VFD programming and troubleshooting

Lead and manage a skilled team of 7 maintenance technicians

Execute preventative maintenance systems and fault elimination strategies

Conduct root cause analysis and ensure uptime of equipment across injection moulding and extrusion lines

Drive health & safety compliance across facilities and utilities

Minimum Requirements

Proven experience in a similar facilities or maintenance management role

Expert-level knowledge of electrical panel wiring PLC / VSD fault-finding and industrial utilities

Background in plastics manufacturing (extrusion and / or injection moulding highly preferred)

FMCG manufacturing background will be considered

Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead both operationally and strategically

Relevant trade certificate or technical qualification required

Ready to take the lead at one of SAs top manufacturing facilities

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Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Customer Service,Facility,Hand Tools,Equipment Maintenance,HVAC,CMMS,OSHA,Electrical Systems,Safety Procedures,Chillers,Mechanical Equipment,Boilers,Maintenance Tasks,Snow Removal,Air Compressors

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Job Information

• Date Opened 25/08/2025
• Job Type Full time
• Industry Facilities
• Work Experience 3 years
• Education Level Grade 12 or equivalent
• City Cape Town
• Province Western Cape
• Country South Africa
• Postal Code 7405
  
  

• Openness & Honesty – Transparency and trust ensure everyone has a voice.
• Learning & Growing – Advance professionally while rubbing shoulders with industry leaders.
• Innovation at Our Core – We thrive on cutting-edge tech, fresh ideas, and creative thinking.
• Employee Wellness Matters – We invest in initiatives that support both personal and professional well-being.
• We Make It Fun! – Hard work pays off, and we celebrate our wins together.
  
  

• Conduct general repairs and maintenance, including carpentry, sanding, painting, drilling, minor plumbing and electrical work.
• Assemble, install and repair office furniture, fixtures, and fittings.
• Perform preventative maintenance inspections and maintain a regular maintenance schedule across the premises.
• Identify and escalate major maintenance requirements to management while actioning those within scope.
• Maintain a tidy and well-stocked tools and equipment inventory; request restocking as necessary.
• Assist with office reconfigurations, furniture moves, and setup of new areas as needed.
  
  

• Liaise with external contractors and service providers to arrange quotes, schedule work, and ensure quality service delivery.
• Coordinate supplier collections and deliveries, ensuring materials or stock are received on time and handled appropriately.
• Maintain effective communication with suppliers and service providers for ongoing maintenance contracts or project work.
  
  

• Keep detailed maintenance logs, update spreadsheets to track maintenance activities, costs, and asset servicing.
• Report on project progress, maintenance trends, and outstanding tasks to Facilities Management.
• Support logistics with occasional driving errands as needed.
  
  

• Proven experience in a maintenance, building services, or handyman role (minimum 2–3 years preferred).
• Working knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical and carpentry repairs.
• Strong coordination, organisational and time management skills.
• Proficient in using basic Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets for task tracking and reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple suppliers and external contractors.
• Hands-on, proactive, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Physically fit and capable of performing manual tasks and lifting heavy objects.
• Valid Code 8 Driver’s License and a minimum of 1 year’s active driving experience.
  
  

• Company contribution to Medical Aid
• Retirement Annuity contribution
• Discounted Internet Connectivity
• Free Barista prepared coffee, breakfasts and snacks.
• Employee Wellness Program (Lyra). Providing free 24/7/365 counselling for you and your family in your household, as well as other health and wellbeing resources, provided by registered professionals.
• Exposure to latest industry technologies and standards
• Lastly, a work environment that rivals the very best!
  
  

• Oversee daily maintenance operations across the lodge, guest rooms, public areas, and grounds.
• Conduct regular inspections and implement preventative maintenance schedules.
• Manage and train the maintenance team to deliver top-quality workmanship.
• Respond promptly to urgent repairs and guest-related maintenance requests.
• Maintain inventory of tools, equipment, and spare parts.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Liaise with contractors and service providers as needed.

• Proven experience in maintenance management, ideally in the hospitality or lodge industry.
• Strong technical knowledge across electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general repairs.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Highly organized, proactive, and able to work under pressure.
• Physically fit and capable of hands-on work when needed.
• Valid drivers license.

• Competitive salary package.
• Comfortable on-site accommodation.
• Meals during working hours.
• A supportive team environment.
• The chance to work in a stunning natural setting surrounded by wildlife and fresh air.

Position Summary: Under general direction from the Facilities Supervisor, responsible for performing basic maintenance, repair tasks, and may assist other skilled workers on general building projects. Perform the day-to-day facilities maintenance and operational tasks as needed.

This list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only of the tasks performed by this position and is not all-inclusive.

• Perform basic levels of the following: plumbing, electrical, painting, carpenter, tile work, grout, and HVAC repairs.
• Perform all facility maintenance tasks as assigned by the Facilities Supervisor in a manner consistent with expected quality standards as established by Facilities Management.
• Assist as needed to answer radio calls, maintenance requests, and complete shift pass down communication in the absence of the Facilities Supervisor.
• May operate company vehicles or equipment as assigned.
• Troubleshooting and repairing building systems, developing maintenance plans, and coordinating repairs to minimize downtime.
• Analyzing operational processes, resource allocation, and energy use to identify areas for improvement and implement changes.
• Assist with new construction projects as needed.
• Report any safety related repairs needed in a timely manner to the Facilities Supervisor.
• Performs other duties as required.

None.

Maintenance repair shop and all sensitive areas with authorization.

None.

High School Diploma or equivalent, unless waived by Human Resources Management. Two (2) years of experience in facility repair and maintenance, and industrial operations. A valid California Driver’s License is required. Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen, background investigation, obtain and maintain gaming license. Must be able to work Nights, Weekends, and Holidays.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices used in all aspects of the skilled trades, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry.
• Knowledge of proper spelling, grammar, punctuation, and basic arithmetic.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, practices and equipment used in building maintenance and general construction activities.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards, safe working practices, and safety precautions in accordance with applicable state, county, or federal laws and regulations regarding workplace safety.
• Skill in operating variety of hand, power tools, basic equipment or machinery such as fork/scissor lifts, skid steer.
• Ability to monitor and/or maintain quality control standards in carrying out tasks/services or when monitoring work/services of external contractors.
• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with co-workers at all levels.
• Ability to analyze situations and adopt appropriate courses of action.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to operate basic equipment or machinery safely, productively and efficiently, including attaining certification to operate them.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves up to 50-75 pounds. Requires ability to climb ladders and have stamina for constant walking, bending, stooping, reaching and pushing of medium to heavy weight items and equipment on a regular basis. Ability to work off ladders, powered lifts and scaffolding to 25 feet. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this position, the work environment is noisy and employee will work indoors and outdoors; work performed in areas which may be unusually hot, cold, noisy, smoky and dimly lit, and maneuver outside in temperatures in excess of 115° and as cold as 15° (exposed to all weather conditions). Additionally, the employee will be exposed to cigarette smoke.

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My Client, a nationally established group of companies, is looking to employ an energetic Maintenance Engineer with a relevant Degree to join their team!

The successful candidate will have relevant membership in Engineering and have at least three (3) years' experience in a similar role. Facilities Management experience will be beneficial.

The focus of the role is to oversee all maintenance aspects at various production facilities in the agricultural industry. Success is evident in the continuous enhancement of equipment effectiveness through the successful execution of the maintenance strategies.

• B.Eng. / B.Tech. (Mechanical / Electric / Industrial) qualification
• Relevant membership in Engineering; Facilities Management experience will be beneficial

• 3 – 5 years’ experience in a similar role
• Asset management – Prior experience in a manufacturing industry / facility management will be beneficial
• Project Management – Proven track record of engineering, maintenance, assets life cycles projects
• Operation Performance - Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) optimisation
• Risk Management – Identify possible risks and implement mitigation strategies (PPM)
• Technical experience – Understand various maintenance methodologies and industry best standards
• Administration - Compiling SOP’s and reporting structures

• Technical skills and knowledge of equipment
• Good communication and people management skills
• Effective planning with time management skills
• Proactive teamwork and collaboration
• Familiar with quality improvement methods
• Problem solving through innovative solutions and generate new ideas
• Detail-oriented and data accuracy
• Computer literate

Join us and celebrate the beauty of human experience. Create for happier, healthier lives, with love for nature. Together, with kindness and humility, we deliver food innovations, craft inspired fragrances, and develop beauty and wellbeing solutions that make people look and feel good. There’s much to learn and many to learn from, with more than 16,000 employees around the world to explore ideas and ambitions with. Dive into varied, flexible, and stimulating environments. Meet empowered professionals to partner with, befriend, and stretch your skills alongside. Every day, your energy, your creativity, and your determination will shape our future, making a positive difference on billions of people. Every essence of you enriches our world. We are Givaudan. Human by nature.

Purpose
Coordinate, execute, and monitor the preventative & corrective maintenance and repair activities to ensure facilities, machinery, power sources, and equipment operate reliably. Apply improvements to safeguard site assets, safety, health, and environment.

Core Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support maintenance teams in executing and reporting routine maintenance activities, handling repairs of installations, equipment, and machinery (e.g., planned maintenance programs, shutdowns, or emergency repairs) to minimize business disruptions caused by breakdowns and malfunctions.
• Monitor daily inspections of production machines and equipment, electrical devices, power supply circuits, distribution boards, control panels, pumps, lighting systems, air-conditioning, fire alarm systems, and spare parts to evaluate repair requests.
• Diagnose and report breakdown problems to the department head.
• Monitor the availability and condition of maintenance tools, stores, and equipment; advise on replacements or new orders.
• Oversee the performance of technical service contractors involved in utilities and service operations; implement corrective actions if necessary.
• Coach and develop maintenance staff to ensure repairs and service activities are completed accurately, safely, and on time.
• Provide technical advice to maintenance and operations managers regarding operational implications of capital projects.
• Observe and model all safety rules applicable on site.

Academic Background

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Plant Engineering or Maintenance Certification preferred.

Professional Experience

• 4+ years of work experience, including 2 to 4 years in manufacturing plants as a Maintenance Engineer, preferably in the consumer goods industry.
• Up to 1 year of experience in people management is desirable.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in technical engineering, problem diagnosis, and resolution.
• Good knowledge of TPM, KPI, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Knowledge of EHS rules and guidelines.
• Proficiency in Windows environment (MS Office) and SAP.
• Good communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of people management.

Benefits Include:

• Pension Fund
• Medical Aid
• IP Bonus

Note: Preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups to contribute towards the achievement of the Company’s employment equity goals.

At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people’s lives. You work within an inspiring teamwork culture—where you can thrive, collaborate, and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions, and divisions. Every essence of you enriches our world. Diversity drives innovation and creates closer connections with our employees, customers, and partners. Givaudan embraces diversity and is committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone impacts our world.