Factory Engineer - Pietermaritzburg, South Africa - Pronel Personnel

Description

Overview:

Lead the engineering processes to ensure that the organisation meets their customer needs whilst maintaining safety standards and achieving operational excellence targets. This role is responsible for the following:

• Repair, maintenance and upkeep of mechanical, electrical, systems, instrumentation, utilities and site facilities
• General machinery regulations compliance
• Energy management
• Site security and cleaning

Key accountabilities and outputs:

• Lead the various engineering teams
• Develop and execute a proactive maintenance and repair program
• Lead and manage engineering projects
• Ensure OEM standards are adhered to on all machinery
• Monitor energy usage
• Implement programs to continuously reduce energy load and consumption
• Develop and update quarterly an Engineering Strategy that outlines the key focus areas of the function for the current financial year, and longer term considerations
• Develop and update the financial budget for the function on an annual and quarterly basis
• Analyse monthly financial performance

Requirements:

• System and application knowledge e.g. CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management System)
• Significant technical knowledge and experience (minimum of 8 years) in an engineering management role
• Previous experience managing a large team across 3 or more departments essential
• Experience working in a production / manufacturing environment
• PMB based or prepared to relocate

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 with a pass mark for Mathematics literacy and English
• Proficient in MS Office applications
• Valid drivers licence essential
• Bachelors / Honours Degree with GOVERNMENT CERTIFICATION ticket in MECHANICAL or ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING is essential
• A minimum of 8 years experience in engineering management