129 Mechanical Maintenance jobs in South Africa

Overview

A Tissue manufacturing company in Kempton Park is looking for a Mechanical & Maintenance Foreman with a minimum of 5-10 years of heavy & maintenance experience, preferably in a continuous manufacturing process environment, with training and practical experience in preventive maintenance principles.

The incumbent is responsible for minimizing plant downtime, improving equipment reliability and extending the operating life of machinery through the effective and efficient execution of all mechanical maintenance activities at Picknik Factory (Converting site). The position reports to the Technical Manager and requires collaboration with Line Engineers, Production Managers / Supervisors, Maintenance Planner, and Artisans to maximize plant and equipment availability. Provide strong leadership to the mechanical and maintenance team and expertise in implementing world-class maintenance best practices.

• Attend daily operations meetings and, with production personnel, secure the 24-hour operating window by addressing priority equipment repairs.
• Plan and execute all breakdown repairs without delay.
• Identify causes of equipment failures and repetitive repairs by completing RCFA pages 1 and 2 for all mechanical failures. Agree corrective actions with the plant engineers.
• Champion the implementation of proactive maintenance and the elimination of reactive maintenance by implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programmes.
• Develop, review, and agree on a weekly maintenance plan with the Maintenance Planner. Ensure the effective execution of the weekly maintenance plan.
• Plan, prepare and oversee the execution of monthly maintenance shuts. Ensure that there are no shut overruns.
• Reduce reaction times to breakdowns (MTTR) and increase mean time between failures (MTBF) through maintenance best practices, systems and procedures.
• Meet with suppliers, contractors and third-party inspectors when required.
• Perform general daily administrative tasks and weekly/monthly reports.
• Perform standby duties when required and assist with after-hours breakdowns.
• Perform any work assigned by the engineering leadership team from time to time.

• Ensure no maintenance rework by ensuring that work performed by internal artisans and external service providers is executed to the agreed standard.
• Regularly review and maintain the maintenance system (task lists and PM schedules).
• Develop work instructions through input from self and subordinates to standardize tasks and spares requirements following World Class Manufacturing best practices.

• Control maintenance costs effectively and prevent over expenditure where possible.
• Identify critical spare requirements and ensure availability of these spares at all times.
• Liaise with store personnel on spares holding / storage and stock requirements.
• Display maintenance team performance graphically (costs, effectiveness, and productivity).

• Participate in the on-site Safety Programme and conduct regular safety talks; ensure lifting equipment is inspected regularly.
• Ensure that all maintenance work is executed in a safe and efficient manner.
• Maintain high work and safety standards within the area of responsibility.
• Ensure plant housekeeping is of a high standard by implementing 5S principles and practices in the area of responsibility.

• Manage the maintenance personnel under supervision through guidance, supervision, inspection and discipline.
• Assist with training, coaching and development of subordinates.
• Maintain open communication with subordinates through daily meetings for two-way feedback.
• Perform bi-annual performance appraisals of mechanical artisans.
• Enforce World Class Manufacturing principles and use WCM tools daily as Foreman; lead by example.
• Maintain a high standard of time management for self and subordinates.

• Matric or equivalent
• Mechanical Trade Test passed
• A National Diploma or B.Tech would be advantageous
• Minimum of 5 years maintenance supervisory experience in a heavy engineering and continuous manufacturing process environment
• High level understanding of World Class Manufacturing tools, processes, and systems
• Ability to troubleshoot and present solutions in a fast-paced, pressurized environment
• Knowledge of all legal requirements of the OHS Act, BCEA, LRA and other legal requirements

• Self-starter, energetic and highly motivated with analytical capabilities and problem-solving drive
• Highly computer literate (ERP / MRO / CMMS / MS Office)
• Excellent communication and leadership qualities
• Ability to identify, visualize, articulate, and deploy plant maintenance improvement solutions
• High integrity and ability to make decisions under pressure
• Willing to work outside normal hours and perform standby duties
• Able to delegate effectively, empower subordinates, and hold them accountable for results
• Neat and well organized

Overview

A Tissue manufacturing company in Kempton Park is looking for a Mechanical & Maintenance Foreman with a minimum of 5-10 years FMCG / heavy engineering & maintenance experience, preferably in a continuous manufacturing process environment with training & practical experience in the principals of preventive maintenance.

We are seeking the services of a highly capable Mechanical & Maintenance Foreman. The incumbent is responsible for minimizing plant downtime, improving equipment reliability and extending the operating life of machinery through the effective and efficient execution of all mechanical maintenance activities at Picknik Factory (Converting site).

The position reports to the Technical Manager. The incumbent must collaborate effectively with Line Engineers, Production Managers/Supervisors, Maintenance Planner, and Artisans to maximize plant and equipment availability. Provide strong and focused leadership to the mechanical and maintenance team, as well as expertise in implementing and maintaining world-class maintenance best practices.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Attend Daily Operations Meetings and together with production personnel ensure that the 24-hour operating window is secured by addressing priority equipment repairs.
• Plan and execute all breakdown repairs without delay.
• Identify causes of equipment failures and repetitive repairs by completing RCFA page 1’s and page 2’s for all mechanical failures. Agree corrective actions with the plant engineers.
• Champion the implementation of proactive maintenance and the elimination of reactive maintenance by implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programmes.
• Develop, review, and agree on a weekly maintenance plan with the Maintenance Planner. Ensure the effective execution of the weekly maintenance plan.
• Plan, prepare and oversee the execution of monthly maintenance shuts. Ensure that there are no shut overruns.
• Reduce reaction times to breakdowns (MTTR) and increase mean time between failures (MTBF) through the effective implementation of maintenance best practices, systems and procedures.
• Meet with suppliers, contractors and 3rd party inspectors when required.
• Do general daily administrative tasks and weekly/monthly reports.
• Perform standby duties when required and give assistance with after hour breakdowns.
• Perform any work that the engineering leadership team may assign from time to time.

• Ensure no maintenance rework by ensuring that work performed by internal artisans and external service providers are executed to the agreed standard.
• Regularly review and maintain the maintenance system (task lists and PM schedules).
• Develop work instructions through own and subordinates’ input to standardize tasks and spares requirements following World Class Manufacturing best practices.

• Control maintenance costs effectively and prevent as far as possible over expenditure.
• Identify critical spare requirements and ensure the availability of these spares at all times.
• Liaise with store personnel i.e. spares holding/storage and stock requirements.
• Visual display with graphics the Maintenance team performance (costs, effectiveness, and productivity).

• Partake in on site Safety Program and conduct regular safety talks, toolbox inspection and ensure lifting equipment is inspected regularly.
• Ensure that all maintenance work is executed in a safe and efficient manner.
• Maintain high work and safety standards within area of responsibility.
• Ensure plant housekeeping is of a high standard by implementing 5S principles and practices in area of responsibility.

• Manage the maintenance personnel under his control through proper guidance, supervision, inspection and discipline.
• Assist with training, coaching and general development of subordinates.
• Maintain open channel communication with subordinates through daily meetings for two-way feedback.
• Perform bi-annual performance appraisals of mechanical artisans.
• Enforce World Class Manufacturing principles onto subordinates and use WCM tools daily as Foreman - Lead by example
• Maintain a high standard of time management of self and subordinates.

• Matric or equivalent
• Mechanical Trade Test passed
• A National Diploma or B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering would be advantageous
• Have a minimum of 5 years maintenance supervisory experience in a heavy engineering and continuous manufacturing process environment
• Have a high level of understanding of World Class Manufacturing tools, processes, and systems
• Ability to do trouble shooting and present solutions in a fast-paced pressurized environment
• Have knowledge of all the legal requirements of the OHS Act, BCEA, LRA and other legal requirements

• Self-starter, energetic and highly motivated individual with superior analytical capabilities and an intense desire to identify and solve problems.
• Highly computer literate (ERP/MRO/CMMS/MS Office)
• Excellent communication skills and leadership qualities.
• Ability to identify, visualize, articulate, and deploy plant maintenance improvement solutions.
• A person with high integrity and able to make decisions under pressure.
• Prepared to work outside normal working hours and do standby duties.
• Able to delegate effectively and empower subordinates by giving them real responsibility and authority to use their own initiative and discretion (within boundaries), and to be accountable for their own results.
• Be neat and well organized.

Company: Express Employment Professionals SA - PMB

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical field).
• 5-10 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Proficiency in engineering software and tools, such as CAD, MATLAB, or similar programs.
• Solid understanding of technical drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities:

• Assist engineering managers in designing, developing, and testing projects and maintenance programs.
• Conduct research and analysis for equipment maintenance planning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather project requirements and develop solutions.
• Collaborate with Engineering Managers on projects.
• Require strong technical skills and problem-solving ability.

• Assist engineering managers in the design, development, and testing of engineering projects and effective maintenance programs.
• Conduct research and analysis to support equipment maintenance planning and decision-making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather project requirements and develop engineering solutions.
• Assist in the preparation of engineering reports, documentation, and technical drawings.
• Perform engineering calculations and simulations to evaluate design feasibility and performance.
• Support the implementation and testing of engineering systems and equipment.
• Conduct inspections and quality control checks on all engineering tasks to ensure compliance with engineering standards and specifications.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and propose effective solutions to ensure equipment reliability and achieving OEE.
• Stay updated with industry trends and advancements in engineering technology.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical field).
• 5-10 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of engineering principles, theories, and concepts.
• Proficiency in engineering software and tools, such as CAD, MATLAB, or similar programs.
• Working towards achieving G.C.C. (factories) within 3 years.
• Solid understanding of technical drawings and specifications.

Our client, a listed and leading plastics manufacturer based in Durban, serving customers and markets in South Africa, Africa and beyond, is looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Manager to join their growing team.

Key Performance Areas:

• Manage the Mechanical Maintenance team
• GMR2.1 appointee responsibility for the site
• Accountable for application of the Maintain Facility Work Process
• Ensuring that the plans for the equipment viability are designed to meet its intended or existing service conditions
• Ensures delivery of best-in-class services to the business
• Accountable for MRO inventory levels & the achievements of facility stretch targets
• Defines skills necessary to implement the work process & ensures effective resource leveraging within the mechanical facility
• Provides engineering strategic support for specification, identification, & purchasing of needed parts
• Leverage most effective technology through partnership with the Discipline Activity Specialists
• Actively participate & drive maintenance process improvements
• Serve as a strategic leader for the Mechanical subject matter experts in equipment failures & repair techniques during root cause investigations

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) or higher
• GCC Factories
• 10 years' experience in the chemical industrial environment, with 5 years' middle management or a leading role

Critical Requirements:

• Exceptional leadership skills
• Productivity focused, technical capability, innovative & strong assertiveness
• Highly analytical
• Strong people management skills
• Conceptualize & drive the mechanical maintenance strategy
• Ability to work independently & as a part of an empowered MANCO team member
• Ability & willingness to travel

Our client, a listed and leading plastics manufacturer based in Durban, serving customers and markets in South Africa, Africa and beyond, is looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Manager to join their growing team.

Key Performance Areas:

• Manage the Mechanical Maintenance team
• GMR2.1 appointee responsibility for the site
• Accountable for application of the Maintain Facility Work Process
• Ensuring that the plans for the equipment viability are designed to meet its intended or existing service conditions
• Ensures delivery of best-in-class services to the business
• Accountable for MRO inventory levels & the achievements of facility stretch targets
• Defines skills necessary to implement the work process & ensures effective resource leveraging within the mechanical facility
• Provides engineering strategic support for specification, identification, & purchasing of needed parts
• Leverage most effective technology through partnership with the Discipline Activity Specialists
• Actively participate & drive maintenance process improvements
• Serve as a strategic leader for the Mechanical subject matter experts in equipment failures & repair techniques during root cause investigations

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) or higher
• GCC Factories
• 10 years' experience in the chemical industrial environment, with 5 years' middle management or a leading role

Critical Requirements:

• Exceptional leadership skills
• Productivity focused, technical capability, innovative & strong assertiveness
• Highly analytical
• Strong people management skills
• Conceptualize & drive the mechanical maintenance strategy
• Ability to work independently & as a part of an empowered MANCO team member
• Ability & willingness to travel

A Tissue manufacturing company in Kempton Park is looking for a Mechanical & Maintenance Foreman with a minimum of 5-10 years FMCG / heavy engineering & maintenance experience, preferably in a continuous manufacturing process environment with training & practical experience in the principals of preventive maintenance.

We are seeking the services of a highly capable Mechanical & Maintenance Foreman.
The incumbent is responsible for minimizing plant downtime, improving equipment reliability and extending the operating life of machinery through the effective and efficient execution of all mechanical maintenance activities at Picknik Factory (Converting site).

THE POSITION: The position reports to the Technical Manager.
The incumbent must collaborate effectively with Line Engineers, Production Managers/Supervisors, Maintenance Planner, and Artisans to maximize plant and equipment availability. Provide strong and focused leadership to the mechanical and maintenance team, as well as expertise in implementing and maintaining world-class maintenance best practices.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Deliverables:
•Attend Daily Operations Meetings and together with production personnel ensure that the 24-hour operating window is secured by addressing priority equipment repairs.
•Plan and execute all breakdown repairs without delay.
•Identify causes of equipment failures and repetitive repairs by completing RCFA page 1’s and page 2’s for all mechanical failures. Agree corrective actions with the plant engineers.
•Champion the implementation of proactive maintenance and the elimination of reactive maintenance by implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programmes.
•Develop, review, and agree on a weekly maintenance plan with the Maintenance Planner. Ensure the effective execution of the weekly maintenance plan.
•Plan, prepare and oversee the execution of monthly maintenance shuts. Ensure that there are no shut overruns.
•Reduce reaction times to breakdowns (MTTR) and increase mean time between failures (MTBF) through the effective implementation of maintenance best practices, systems and procedures.
•Meet with suppliers, contractors and 3rd party inspectors when required.
•Do general daily administrative tasks and weekly/monthly reports.
•Perform standby duties when required and give assistance with after hour breakdowns.
•Perform any work that the engineering leadership team may assign from time to time.

Quality:
•Ensure no maintenance rework by ensuring that work performed by internal artisans and external service providers are executed to the agreed standard.
•Regularly review and maintain the maintenance system (task lists and PM schedules).
•Develop work instructions through own and subordinates’ input to standardize tasks and spares requirements following World Class Manufacturing best practices.

Cost:
•Control maintenance costs effectively and prevent as far as possible over expenditure.
•Identify critical spare requirements and ensure the availability of these spares at all times.
•Liaise with store personnel i.e. spares holding/storage and stock requirements.
•Visual display with graphics the Maintenance team performance (costs, effectiveness, and productivity).
Health, Safety and environmental:
•Partake in on site Safety Program and conduct regular safety talks, toolbox inspection and ensure lifting equipment is inspected regularly.
•Ensure that all maintenance work is executed in a safe and efficient manner.
•Maintain high work and safety standards within area of responsibility.
•Ensure plant housekeeping is of a high standard by implementing 5S principles and practices in area of responsibility.

People:
•Manage the maintenance personnel under his control through proper guidance, supervision, inspection and discipline.
•Assist with training, coaching and general development of subordinates.
•Maintain open channel communication with subordinates through daily meetings for two-way feedback.
•Perform bi-annual performance appraisals of mechanical artisans.
•Enforce World Class Manufacturing principles onto subordinates and use WCM tools daily as Foreman - Lead by example
•Maintain a high standard of time management of self and subordinates.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
•Matric or equivalent
•Mechanical Trade Test passed
•A National Diploma or B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering would be advantageous
•Have a minimum of 5 years maintenance supervisory experience in a heavy engineering and continuous manufacturing process environment
•Have a high level of understanding of World Class Manufacturing tools, processes, and systems
•Ability to do trouble shooting and present solutions in a fast-paced pressurized environment
•Have knowledge of all the legal requirements of the OHS Act, BCEA, LRA and other legal requirements

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
• Self-starter, energetic and highly motivated individual with superior analytical capabilities and an intense desire to identify and solve problems.
• Highly computer literate (ERP/MRO/CMMS/MS Office)
• Excellent communication skills and leadership qualities.
• Ability to identify, visualize, articulate, and deploy plant maintenance improvement solutions.
• A person with high integrity and able to make decisions under pressure.
• Prepared to work outside normal working hours and do standby duties.
• Able to delegate effectively and empower subordinates by giving them real responsibility and authority to use their own initiative and discretion (within boundaries), and to be accountable for their own results.
• Be neat and well organized.

Kamal CISCO is seeking an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to provide high level mechanical and technical support to the mechanical maintenance department, including planning and carrying out scheduling, coordinating and supervising the maintenance employees. Ensuring that all work is delivered safely, on time and within parameters set down by management, along with managing equipment and materials required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare planned maintenance schedules and get approval from Plant & Maintenance Manager

• Monitor and maintain a record of the condition of all mechanical machinery

• Plan and prepare for maintenance activities to ensure minimal disruption or delay to production process

• Organise, lead and control shift fitters in executing repair, maintenance and new installations.

• Investigate the need for suitable replacement parts of equipment and make recommendations to Plant & Maintenance Manager

• Consult with Plant & Maintenance Manager on purchase of spares or replacement equipment, ensure that orders are timeously placed, and follow up deliveries

• Train personnel in the execution of maintenance and safety procedures, through in task instruction as well as formal lectures or demonstrations

• Maintain knowledge of the most recent technological developments in the Kamal CISCO field of endeavour, with particular reference to mechanical engineering, by attending selected courses, consulting with equipment suppliers, and perusing technical journals

• Maintain discipline and good industrial relations within the department

• Ensure that company policies and objectives are communicated to members of the department

• Ensure that employee suggestions, personal difficulties and grievances are communicated to management, and take the necessary action to resolve such matters

Qualifications:

• N4 Mechanical Technician/diploma

• Qualified red seal artisan

• Grade 12 or Job-related qualifications

• Valid Code 8 License

• Computer literate

Requirements:

• +10 years' experience in manufacturing maintenance environment

• Experience in Steel making industry will be advantageous

• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team

• Safety training will be an advantage

If you are interested in applying for this position, please send your CV, including three contactable references, to before 25 September 2025.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview; should you not receive any notification after two weeks; we thank you for your interest but please recognise that your application has not been accepted.

About:

The Maintenance Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring plant and equipment efficiency, reducing equipment downtime, and continuously improving and upgrading machinery and equipment within the plant. The engineer will work closely with top management, and cross-functional teams to ensure production and project objectives are met with efficiency and high quality.

Key Responsibilities:

a) Managing the maintenance and tooling area.

b) Managing hand/power tools, injection moulds and critical spares inventory keeping to ISO:90001 standards.

c) Maintaining and repairing all equipment, tooling and infrastructure on site.

d) Developing and maintaining maintenance schedules for all departments.

e) Keeping records of all tooling/equipment faults, including reason for fault and steps taken to restore to standard.

f) Work with production and project teams on all new tooling and equipment brought in for new projects.

g) Managing waste movement within the factory as well as waste removal in line with company standards and certifications.

h) Continuous improvement by driving efficiency through lean practices, 5S, waste reduction and process improvements.

i) Enforce health and safety policies, ensure team members adhere to all workplace safety regulations.

Key Competencies:

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

· Attention to detail and data-driven mindset

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

· Ability to work cross-functionally and drive change

· Strong ability to learn independently

Requirements:

· Mechanical Engineering Degree/Diploma

· 0-1 year working experience

· Valid driver's license

· Own transport

· Live in Durban

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R2 400,00 - R3 500,00 per week

Work Location: In person