44 Maintenance Supervisor jobs in South Africa

The Maintenance Supervisor / Manager assumes full ownership for ensuring and improving the performance, productivity, efficiency and profitability of the relevant functional area through the provision of effective methods, strategies and relentless execution.

Duties and Responsibilities.

• Adhering to all Astec's safety standards, culture and expectations at all times, creating a safe working environment for all.
• Ability to communicate well with all other departments involved in the manufacturing process.
• Carrying out inspections of the facility to identify and resolve items in need of repair.
• Performing inspections of overhead cranes by means of load tests and ensure that all relevant documentation is completed and required maintenance is performed.
• Adhering to all statutory tests and requirements of machinery and equipment.
• Driving Lean, 5S and Safety culture.
• Planning the use of resources in the relevant area of the Factory by means of performance management, effective supervision, recruitment processes, disciplinary measures, training needs analysis and work schedules in conjunction with the HR department.
• Understanding and employing the company's disciplinary code when required.
• Engage team on KPIs and driving hard to achievement of them.
• Planning and overseeing all repairs and installation activities on buildings, machinery and relevant equipment.
• Being able to make quick decisions to adjust for constraints, ensuring that the production demand is still met.
• Able to lead an assembly team working on various maintenance activities at the same time.
• Formulation and implementing departmental and organizational policies and procedures to maximize output.
• Monitoring adherence to rules, regulations, SOPs and procedures.
• Manage employees in a manner that contributes to the employee engagement strategy of the Company.
• Monitoring expenses and controlling the maintenance budget.
• Preparing Capex justifications for implementation where and when required.
• Contractor management throughout the factory.
• Keeping and updating all maintenance logs and reports.
• Carrying out preventative maintenance functions to ensure maximum availability for production of all machinery.
• Ensuring that jobs are completed efficiently and within standard times (on time delivery).
• Diagnosing electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic problems in order to repair plant and machinery.
• Ability to read technical drawings.
• Conducting studies per machine and drawing up related maintenance schedules and checklists.
• Operating and managing the planned maintenance system, extract information and generate relevant reports.
• Performing a variety of plumbing and carpentry functions.
• Ensuring that all maintenance processes, procedures and documentation is ISO and OHSA compliant.
• Communicate with other departments concerning work to be done in their areas, possible interruptions to production and general activities taking place.
• Ensuring that the Key Performance Indicators for the department are understood, adhered to and measured.
• Ensuring OTD targets are achieved.
• Ensuring that human resources are effectively utilized in the department at all times.
• You will be required to perform any
  additional and lawful duties that might not be listed in the job description, but which falls within your grade or grades below as and when required.
• Ensuring compliance to QMS standards.

Qualifications:

• Qualified artisan in the fields of mechanical, electrical engineering is essential or both (millwright). A tertiary qualification in engineering would be beneficial (at least level N5 or T3).
• A tertiary qualification in production management or equivalent would be highly advantageous.

Experience:

• At least 5 years' experience in a heavy engineering manufacturing environment with related equipment experience.
• At least 5 years previous experience in supervision / management in a maintenance environment.
• Management of contractors – essential.
• Previous experience in working in a unionized environment.

Character:

• Highly driven individual with well-developed sense of urgency and a passion for meeting targets as presented.
• Excellent communicator.
• Planning and organising skills.
• Able to make quick decisions in a high-pressure environment.

Computer Proficiency:

• MS Office.
• Intermediate Computer Proficiency on Microsoft AX.
• The ability to operate and draw reports/data from the ERP system.

Other:

• Solid knowledge of the requirements stipulated in the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Solid understanding of labour legislation and staff management principles.
• Working knowledge of facilities, machines and related equipment.
• The ability to read, analyse and understand the reports produced from a scheduling system
• Knowledge of production methodologies including Lean manufacturing, theory of constraints, etc. would be advantageous.
• Must be able to read, understand and interpret technical drawings.
• The ability to read and understand a set of expense accounts.

Recruiter:
RareCruit

Job Ref:
CPT /BR

Date posted:
Thursday, October 16, 2025

Location:
Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:
R12500

SUMMARY:
Join a renowned hospitality brand known for its luxurious lodges and exceptional guest experiences

As
Maintenance Supervisor
, you will ensure every space functions flawlessly, while upholding the high standards.

Cape Town | Permanent | On-site | R12 500pm to R16 500pm
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This position is based in the Greater Makalali and is responsible for ensuring the property's infrastructure, systems, and equipment are well-maintained, safe, and operational at all times, supporting the smooth running of lodge operations.

• Proven experience in maintenance supervision, preferably in a lodge or hospitality setting.
• Strong technical knowledge (electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general repairs).
• Hands-on approach with problem-solving ability.
• Excellent time management and team coordination skills.
• Valid driver's licence advantageous.

• Supervise and perform maintenance tasks across all lodge facilities.
• Conduct regular inspections to identify repair and preventative maintenance needs.
• Manage maintenance schedules and allocate tasks to team members.
• Liaise with suppliers and contractors when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and inventory of tools and materials.
• Respond promptly to urgent repair requests and minimise downtime.

Job Description
The Fitters department currently has a vacancy for a Mechanical Fitter Supervisor to join the team. Duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Responsible for supporting the Manager to drive routine planned and preventative maintenance procedures and protocols
• Using computerized maintenance management system to plan, track and record daily tasks as well as raising new work requests
• Ability to provide technical and hands-on support to team during critical breakdowns as and when required on all Production machinery
• Monitor quality and efficiency of teams work programs and report any issues or possible improvements
• Support Management in ensuring compliance of timekeeping, productive output, quality output and discipline within the Fitters department
• Conducting regular quality control checks of inspections undertaken by fitters personnel across all production machinery
• Liaise and coordinate with internal departments on machine availability and progress of jobs
• Managing the servicing of any mechanical components
• Assist the Manager with liaising with suitable Contractors, suppliers and sourcing quality parts and spares
• Assist the Manager with ensuring compliance to legal requirements, Health & Safety rules, and Company policies and procedures.
• Ensure that a high quality of work and safety standards are maintained at all times
• Promote Compliance and adherence to the Company in-house maintenance program and procedures including managing manpower utilization
• Support the Teams by offering Technical training and on the job guidance and mentoring
• Any other tasks, as agreed with Management, suited to this level of leadership

Qualifying Criteria

• Qualified Fitter Artisan (Red Seal certification)
• Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent
• Minimum 8 years' experience as a Qualified Fitter in a heavy industry environment
• Proven Experience in a leadership role or position
• Must be physically fit and able to work at heights
• Must be able to work in confined spaces
• Valid driver's license
• Extensive knowledge of power tools
• Knowledge and adherence to Occupational Health and Safety Rules and regulations
• Ability to work under challenging conditions
• Excellent communication skills (understand, read and write in English)
• Computer Literate – Proficient with MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Word

Qualifying Attributes

• Attention to detail and an analytical approach to troubleshooting
• Ability to prioritise workload and perform effectively in a pressurized environment
• Ability to maintain professional working relations with diverse personalities
• Hard-working and self-motivated
• Time and priority management
• Logical and detail orientated
• Excellent standards of execution
• Clear leadership ability
• Critical thinking and conflict resolution potential
• Commitment to a strong business ethic and integrity
• Excellent planning, organisational, and decision-making skills

Reporting to
: Fitters Manager

Job type:
Permanent position

Benefits Include

• Provident fund
• Life cover at 4x annual salary
• Funeral cover
• 15 x paid leave days per annum
• Long service leave after five years of employment

Standard hours
07h30–17h00: Monday – Thursday

07h30–16h00: Friday

May be required to work overtime as per operational requirements

We regret that it is not possible to contact all unsuccessful applicants. Applicants who have not been contacted within fourteen days from the date of their submission should consider their application unsuccessful.

Please note that the successful candidate will receive a formal, written offer of employment after all applicable pre-employment checks have been completed. This offer will only be valid if it is signed by a company representative authorised to make such an offer. Representations made on behalf of the company in any other form do not constitute valid offers of employment and should not be construed as such.

Job Location: Walkerville

Job Location: Meyerton

Company Description
Ferrero is a family-owned company with a truly progressive and global outlook and iconic brands such as Nutella, Tic Tac, Ferrero Rocher, Raffaello, Kinder Bueno and Kinder Surprise. As the love for our brands continues to grow, so too does our global reach. Represented in more than 50 countries, with products sold in more than 170, the Ferrero Group is loved by generations around the world. The secret to our global success? 40,000 dedicated employees who celebrate care and quality to craft a business, careers and brands we are proud of. Join us, and you could be one of them.

Diversity Statement

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all of our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative and highly rewarding.

About the Role:
Without you, we could not deliver high-quality products to our customers. You will operate and maintain equipment to build technical mastery and to deliver on safety, quality, cost, delivery, sustainability and morale targets, understanding losses in your area and taking the appropriate action to eliminate them. You will use autonomous and progressive maintenance standards to maintain equipment and support new product development. In this role, you will ensure that safety processes are observed, that quality assurance activities are performed and that resources are properly allocated and available during the shift. You will take the lead for shutdown maintenance, root-cause analysis, stops reductions loss analysis and breakdown elimination.

Main Responsibilities:

• Maintenance budget: cooperates with the UGP Manager and Maintenance Responsible to define the maintenance related budget for what is under his / her competence, manages the budget and performs variance analysis
• Definition: cooperates to collect data and analysis needed to perform evaluation and changes to maintenance policies
• Implementation: assures the correct implementation of the Maintenance policies
• Manuals and working procedures cooperate for a critical review of machinery & equipment manuals
• Medium term plan: Elaborates the maintenance plans on a monthly basis, verifying the availability of resources and machinery & equipment subjected to maintenance
• Deadlines book: Updates deadlines book for maintenance services, according to changes in maintenance policies or need for maintenance services
• Machineries' downtime: Consolidates the maintenance services to be executed during the planned machineries' downtime, adding maintenance services for machineries' improvement (upon availability check)

Who we are looking for:

• Grade 12
• N6 Mechanical/ Electrical
• Relevant Trade (Millwright with extensive mechanical experience)
• SAP advantageous
• MS Office package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Projects and Outlook
• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in manufacturing post apprenticeship
• experience in relevant trade in manufacturing environment as an artisan

How to be successful in the role and at Ferrero:
Consumers, quality and care are at the heart of everything we do. So, to be successful at Ferrero, you'll need to be just as consumer and product centric as we are - dedicated to crafting brilliant results for consumers around the world.

Purpose of the role

To oversee and assist the maintenance team to ensure that all equipment, utilities and facilities operate efficiently during their life through maintenance and optimization. Assist production to reach their targets of production and quality.

Main Tasks/Responsibilities

• Comply with the necessary Occupational Health and Safety requirements and food safety requirements
• Ensure compliance to all food safety regulations, allergen control, housekeeping and pest control
• Ensure legal and safety inspections are completed
• Comply with company protocols and rules
• Ensuring all maintenance contractors comply with Amaro Food Standards and policies
• Participate in personal hygiene checks
• Oversee allocation of job cards and resources
• Manage artisans' workloads and ensuring that the jobs have been done properly
• Analyse issues and items that are slowing the artisans down. Establish ways to overcome these issues and items.
• Ensure feedback and job cards are completed on CMMS
• Assist with first line maintenance manuals
• Escalation to maintenance manager where necessary
• Root cause analysis of scheduling problems/ work not being completed
• Assist with keeping stock and spares
• Assist with planning and scheduling of cleaning with hygiene/ technical department
• Over inspections to be carried out on completed jobs and artisans assigned areas
• Assist on the job artisans where necessary
• Ensure maintenance tactics are adhered to
• Responsible for the day-to-day management of the outputs of the team/s
• Ensure fair allocation of workload
• Provide backup and support to the Maintenance Manager
• Comply with the necessary Occupational Health and Safety requirements
• Ensure compliance to all food safety regulations, allergen control, housekeeping and pest control
• Participate in personal hygiene checks
• Live the brand by living our core values
• Always striving to do your best

Requirements

• 5 years maintenance experience
• 2 years supervisory experience
• Good all-round mechanical and electrical knowledge
• N4 Qualification
• Trade test
• Food factory experience

Why Amaro Foods?

Our team values collaboration and innovation, offering an environment where problem-solving is key. If you enjoy a dynamic workplace that fosters creativity and teamwork, this opportunity is tailored for you

If you meet the requirements and are excited to contribute to our team, please send your CV to

with the subject line
AMAMAIN003
.

The position will be filled in line with Amaro Foods Employment Equity Policy and plan.

Career Area:

Manufacturing

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Career Area

Manufacturing

Job Description

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Our Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. PSLD is responsible for the worldwide distribution of Cat aftermarket parts, integrated logistics, and global service to develop and support our global dealer network and customers.

Job Summary

Monitors and improves the maintenance of the Production Unit by overseeing maintenance staff and equipment; ensures employees comply with safety procedures and standards.

About The Role / What You Will Do

• Coaching and mentoring teams in order to encourage, motivate, and guide individuals in learning and improving effectiveness.
• Creating work plans for staff and contractors; reviewing the maintenance work performed by technicians.
• Making purchasing decisions and recommendations regarding equipment and tools; training the workers periodically on various maintenance processes and techniques.
• Monitoring the maintenance budget; identifying cost-effective alternatives for current maintenance activities.
• Tracking daily inventories, inspecting production units for wear and tear; ensuring replacements are made on time.

What You Have - Skills And Experiences

Planning - Tactical, Strategic:

Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical (1-2 years) and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan.

Conflict Management:

Knowledge of managing conflicts; ability to anticipate, recognize, and deal effectively with existing or potential conflicts at the individual, group, or situation level.

Problem Solving:

Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.

Project Management:

Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.

Manufacturing Preventive Maintenance:

Knowledge of manufacturing equipment and its functioning; ability to conduct Preventive Maintenance at scheduled intervals to determine equipment's corrective actions and avoid untimely breakdowns.

Total Productive Maintenance (TPM):

Knowledge of total productive maintenance principles, methods, and processes; ability to maximize machinery effectiveness through active involvement of all supporting departments.

Plant Facilities Management:

Knowledge of processes, methodologies and techniques used to manage plant facilities; ability to handle the full spectrum of activities for managing and maintaining physical facilities and infrastructure.

Plant Operation and Maintenance:

Knowledge of plant operation principles, methods and processes; ability to handle day-to-day and strategic issues, operational requirements and management of a manufacturing facility.

Additional Information

• This role requires an in the office 5-day-a-week work schedule.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions. Caterpillar commits itself to the realization of employment equity goals as envisaged in the South-African Employment Equity Act and policies relating to workplace equality. Caterpillar is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation.

For more information, visit

Caterpillar takes data privacy seriously and is committed to compliance with The Protection of Personal Information Act in South Africa. Candidate CVs are used for the limited purpose of evaluating suitability for this job role and deleted from our database when it is no longer needed for the purpose as soon as it is practicable. For more information on Caterpillar's privacy practices, please visit our Global Data Privacy Statement.

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Posting Dates:

September 26, October 9, 2025

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*Career Area: *
Manufacturing

*Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. *
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Career Area
Manufacturing

*Job Description
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. *
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Our
Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD)
is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. PSLD is responsible for the worldwide distribution of Cat aftermarket parts, integrated logistics, and global service to develop and support our global dealer network and customers.

*Job Summary *
Monitors and improves the maintenance of the Production Unit by overseeing maintenance staff and equipment; ensures employees comply with safety procedures and standards.

*About The Role / What You Will Do *

• Coaching and mentoring teams in order to encourage, motivate, and guide individuals in learning and improving effectiveness.
• Creating work plans for staff and contractors; reviewing the maintenance work performed by technicians.
• Making purchasing decisions and recommendations regarding equipment and tools; training the workers periodically on various maintenance processes and techniques.
• Monitoring the maintenance budget; identifying cost-effective alternatives for current maintenance activities.
• Tracking daily inventories, inspecting production units for wear and tear; ensuring replacements are made on time.

*What You Have - Skills And Experiences
Planning - Tactical, Strategic:*
Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical (1-2 years) and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan.

Conflict Management:
Knowledge of managing conflicts; ability to anticipate, recognize, and deal effectively with existing or potential conflicts at the individual, group, or situation level.

Problem Solving:
Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.

Project Management:
Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.

Manufacturing Preventive Maintenance:
Knowledge of manufacturing equipment and its functioning; ability to conduct Preventive Maintenance at scheduled intervals to determine equipment's corrective actions and avoid untimely breakdowns.

Total Productive Maintenance (TPM):
Knowledge of total productive maintenance principles, methods, and processes; ability to maximize machinery effectiveness through active involvement of all supporting departments.

Plant Facilities Management:
Knowledge of processes, methodologies and techniques used to manage plant facilities; ability to handle the full spectrum of activities for managing and maintaining physical facilities and infrastructure.

Plant Operation And Maintenance:
Knowledge of plant operation principles, methods and processes; ability to handle day-to-day and strategic issues, operational requirements and management of a manufacturing facility.

*Additional Information *

• This role requires an in the office 5-day-a-week work schedule.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions. Caterpillar commits itself to the realization of employment equity goals as envisaged in the South-African Employment Equity Act and policies relating to workplace equality. Caterpillar is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation.
For more information, visit

Caterpillar takes data privacy seriously and is committed to compliance with The Protection of Personal Information Act in South Africa. Candidate CVs are used for the limited purpose of evaluating suitability for this job role and deleted from our database when it is no longer needed for the purpose as soon as it is practicable. For more information on Caterpillar's privacy practices, please visit our Global Data Privacy Statement.
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*Posting Dates: *
September 26, October 9, 2025

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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We're Hiring – Maintenance Supervisor

Location: Pretoria East

Industry: Automotive

Salary : R45k CTC

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Maintenance Manager to join a high-volume automotive manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for the maintenance, repair, and continuous improvement of stamping presses, tooling, CNCs, welding equipment, and plant facilities.

This role is critical in ensuring maximum equipment uptime, safety compliance, and the successful rollout of predictive and preventive maintenance strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and manage preventive & predictive maintenance programs.

Ensure rapid response to breakdowns and minimize downtime.

Oversee installation, calibration, and servicing of stamping machinery & plant facilities.

Drive compliance with ISO 9001 & IATF 16949 standards.

Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actions.

Manage maintenance budgets, spare parts, and outsourced services.

Lead, train, and mentor artisans, technicians, and apprentices.

Requirements:

Degree/Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering.

Trade Test (Millwright/Electrician/Fitter) – advantageous.

7–10 years' experience in automotive/heavy manufacturing.

3–5 years in a managerial role.

Strong knowledge of stamping presses, dies & metal forming equipment.

Expertise in hydraulics, pneumatics, robotics & automation.

What We're Looking For:

Strong leadership & problem-solving skills.

Proven ability to manage maintenance in high-volume environments.

Knowledge of Lean Maintenance, TPM & Continuous Improvement.

Passion for developing teams and driving equipment reliability.

Remuneration: Market-related (incl. medical aid, provident fund & performance bonus – depending on company structure).

To apply, send your CV to