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Maintenance Manager

Maintenance Manager

Lactalis South AfricaZA
3 days ago
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Job title : Maintenance Manager

Job Location : Western Cape,

Deadline : October 03, 2025

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Job Description

  • Join Lactalis at our Bonnievale Plant as a Maintenance Manager in the Engineering Department. This role is responsible for overseeing planned and preventative maintenance within the Powder, Butter& Cheese Department, ensuring optimal machine and equipment performance. The successful candidate will lead upgrades and improvements to support production efficiency and meet set productivity targets.
  • Required Skills

  • Mechanical / electrical or industrial Engineering degree or N6 / T4
  • Government ticket of competency for factories will be an advantage
  • At least 5 years post graduate or post qualification job experience in a maintenance environment
  • At least 5 year’s experiences in a FMCG maintenance management environment
  • Experience in PLC & SCADA will be advantageous
  • Experience in NH3 refrigeration and John Thompson Boilers will help you in your day to day responsibilities
  • Good planning and organizing skills are essential
  • Good communication skills
  • Willing to work long hours, weekends and public holidays
  • Valid code EB driver’s license
  • Must have at least 3 year’s experiences in Pragma
  • Must have at least 3 year’s experiences in Budget Control
  • Computer literate with sound knowledge of MS Office and Control Instruments
  • Sound knowledge of boilers, compressors, refrigeration, dairy processing and filling & packaging machinery.
  • Duties & Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and manage planned and preventative maintenance to ensure 98% plant uptime.
  • 'Monitor quality and compliance of completed work orders in line with SLA requirements.
  • Ensure timely procurement of equipment and materials to support maintenance activities.
  • Liaise with external service providers to coordinate resources and support.
  • Plan and schedule maintenance tasks using On Key / Pragma systems and best practices.
  • Prioritize and close job cards efficiently to minimize downtime.
  • Lead continuous upgrades and improvements of service equipment aligned with TRG and TRS goals.
  • Approve designs and upgrades based on operational needs and specifications.
  • Oversee subcontractor compliance with SLA terms and project timelines.
  • Deliver maintenance services in accordance with HACCP, ISO, and NOSA standards.
  • Set and maintain quality standards, guiding the team to consistently meet targets
  • Budgeting & Planning :

  • Compile and manage operational budgets in collaboration with the Technical Manager.
  • Submit maintenance budgets aligned with strategic objectives.
  • Control unplanned overtime and manpower costs within approved budget limits.
  • Manage maintenance expenses in line with budget parameters.
  • Implement cost-effective systems to monitor and control operating expenditures.
  • Make procurement decisions based on operational needs and cost-efficiency.
  • Manage CAPEX for maintenance services in coordination with the Project Manager.
  • Provide input for upgrades and improvements aligned with good manufacturing practices.
  • Ensure capital expenditure projects are completed within approved budgets and timelines.
  • Ensure full compliance with Lactalis Tender, BEE, and Procurement policies and procedures.
  • Health& Safety, Environment :

  • Managed health, safety & environment
  • Full adherence to all Safety & Health policies, procedures and legislation
  • Full compliance with Environmental Management Plan
  • Achievement of safety indices for department as agreed upon
  • Reporting in line with NOSA standards
  • Conduct risk assessment for all potentially dangerous upgrades / equipment maintenance services
  • People Management :

  • Manage employee performance to meet operational goals.
  • Monitor and improve wrench time, aiming for 60% physical work against paid hours.
  • Set annual performance agreements with all team members.
  • Conduct formal and informal performance reviews in line with PSA Performance Management Policy.
  • Develop staff and implement succession planning strategies.
  • Create and update Personal Development Plans (PDPs) bi-annually for each team member.
  • Identify skills gaps annually and submit training needs for inclusion in the Lactalis Workplace Skills Plan (WSP).
  • Provide coaching, counselling, and mentoring to support staff development.
  • Recruit staff in accordance with PSA policies, procedures, and authorization charts.
  • Maintain discipline and ensure compliance with company standard
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