Technical Manager

Technical Manager

Responsibilities: 

Duties and Responsibilities 

ENGINEERING & MAINTENANCE

• Manage planned and preventative maintenance to maintain 98% uptime.

• Coordinate schedules, resources, and service providers to reduce downtime.

• Oversee equipment upgrades and ensure projects meet time, quality, and budget targets.

• Ensure maintenance meets HACCP, ISO, and NOSA standards.

• Monitor utility efficiency (steam, water, electricity, wastewater).

BUDGETING & CAPEX

• Prepare and manage maintenance budgets, controlling overtime and operational costs.

• Submit CAPEX inputs and ensure projects comply with procurement and BEE policies.

HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENT

• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental legislation.

• Conduct risk assessments and achieve departmental safety targets.

PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

• Lead and develop the team through performance management and training plans.

• Monitor wrench time (60% target) and improve team productivity.

• Recruit, coach, and maintain discipline in line with company policies.

Required Skills and Qualifications: 

• Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering degree, or N6/T4 equivalent

• Government Certificate of Competency (GCC) for factories

• Minimum 5 years experience in:

  • Maintenance environment

  • Maintenance management role

  • FMCG industry

• Experience with:

  • PLC and SCADA systems (advantageous)

  • NH3 refrigeration and coal boilers (beneficial)

  • Pragma or similar maintenance systems (minimum 3 years)

  • Budget control (minimum 3 years)

• Strong planning, organizing, and communication skills

• Valid Code EB drivers license

• Proficient in MS Office and control instrumentation

• Knowledge of:

  • Boilers, compressors, refrigeration systems

  • Dairy processing, filling, and packaging machinery

• Willingness to work in extreme environmental conditions and at heights