Technician Supervisor_Cape Town - Airproductsafrica

Description

Job Title: Technician Supervisor

Location: Cape Town

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

Job Description:

The Technician Supervisor is responsible for supervising and controlling all engineering operations and projects within the Cape Region (Western and Eastern Cape).

The key responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:

1. Manage the efficient operation of the ESD maintenance and projects section to meet corporate and legal requirements.
2. Supervise and control the maintenance program to ensure the effective operation of the maintenance department.
3. Supervise the major equipment refurbishment program to optimise existing assets to reduce operating costs.
4. Manage training and development programs.
5. Oversee project work programs to ensure timely completion and quality standards.
6. Control all on-site installations and maintenance to meet the high-quality workmanship of contractors.
7. Co-ordinate within a specified area the SHERQ requirements.
8. Maintain a safe working environment by ensuring the highest level of safety at all times to eliminate risk to personnel and property.

Requirements:

• A minimum of Matric or Grade 12 Senior certificate with Maths, Science and English.
• A minimum of N6 and/or Diploma Mechanical Engineering.
• Trade Tested Artisan in related Engineering field.
• Basic business management certificate.
• A registered gas installer with SACGA accreditation (preferred).
• A minimum of 10 years of heavy engineering/production environment within the Gas or related industry.
• At least 5 years of experience in a supervisory capacity with proven experience in managing Technicians, Artisans and Contractors.
• Ability to create an environment of knowledge transfer in cross-functional teams.
• Must have experience in dealing with all levels of customers and suppliers.
• Must have a working knowledge of SHERQ management systems and related ISO standards.
• Strong organisational and planning skills with good verbal and written communication skills required.
• Medically fit to work at heights.
• A valid unendorsed code 08 driver's licence and own a reliable vehicle.
• Willingness to work overtime and travel when required.
• Computer literate and proficient in MS Office Suite for report writing.