Permanent - Maintenance Lead - Ekurhuleni (East Rand) - South Africa

THE INCUMBENT WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR supervising and coordinating all maintenance activities within the plant, with a focus on electrical and mechanical systems. This role ensures the reliability, safety, and efficiency of plant equipment and facilities, supports compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act, and drives continuous improvement in maintenance practices. The Maintenance Lead is specifically account able for ensuring that all machinery is supervised and maintained in accordance with General Machinery Regulations (GMR 2.1) and other applicable legal (SANS, API etc) requirements, including competence for electrical installations in the 1300–3000 kVA range.

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING: 

Supervise and coordinate daily maintenance operations, including preventative and corrective maintenance on plant equipment and facilities.

Lead a team of maintenance technicians, providing training, guidance, and performance feedback.

Ensure all machinery and equipment are operated, maintained, and supervised in strict compliance with the OHS Act and General Machinery

Regulations (GMR 2.1), including the appointment and training of competent persons for machinery supervision.

Develop, implement, and monitor preventative maintenance schedules and programs to ensure ongoing compliance and equipment reliability.

Troubleshoot and repair electrical and control systems, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal equipment performance.

Maintain accurate records of maintenance work, equipment history, and inventory of parts and supplies.

Participate in root cause failure analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Collaborate with production, engineering, and other departments to support operational goals and resolve maintenance-related issues.

Lead and/or participate in safety meetings and initiatives to promote a culture of safety and compliance.

Prepare for and participate in audits and inspections related to machinery safety and legal compliance.

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical), relevant OHSA & regs exam (Pass) by the commission of examiners with 2 years experience, as required by the OHS Act for GMR 2.1 appointment.

Government Certificate of Competency (GCC) Factories will be advantageous

The candidate must be a qualified electrician registered with the Department of Labour and authorized to issue Certificates of Compliance (CoCs)  for electrical installations, in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and SANS 10142.

Must satisfy the competence requirements for appointment as a GMR 2.1 appointee for electrical installations in the 1300–3000 kVA range, as  stipulated by the OHS Act and relevant regulations.

Minimum 5 years’ experience in industrial or chemical plant maintenance, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role.

Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting techniques.

Demonstrated experience and understanding of the OHS Act, General Machinery Regulations (GMR 2.1), and legal responsibilities for machinery supervision.

Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Computer literacy and experience with maintenance management systems (e.g., SAP, CMMS) is advantageous.