MK 19364 - Maintenance Supervisor – JHB South

Recruiter:

Professional Career Services

Job Ref:

MK 19364 - Maintenan..

Date posted:

Thursday, August 27, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

R40K – R45K per month Basic Salary

SUMMARY:
Maintenance Supervisor – JHB South

POSITION INFO:

Our client is an industrial refrigeration manufacturing company

Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules to ensure technical reliability, safety, and quality across all machinery and installations.
Supervise and monitor corrective maintenance, ensuring timely and cost-effective execution to minimize production downtime.
Oversee the installation and commissioning of new machinery, including specification development, supplier coordination, and cross-departmental collaboration.
Ensure a safe and compliant working environment for all maintenance personnel in line with company policies and statutory regulations.
Approve spare parts and maintenance supply requirements, ensuring stock availability and adherence to budgetary constraints.
Analyse equipment breakdowns and conduct root cause analysis to eliminate recurring issues.
Lead the technical aspects of pilot runs and process changes, optimising production for new product introductions.
Prepare and monitor the maintenance department’s operational and capital expenditure (CAPEX) budgets.
Support the execution of CAPEX projects to enhance infrastructure and operational capability.
Ensure optimal CNC programming and machine optimisation for maximum productivity.
Achieve and maintain an Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) rate of 90% or higher.

Matric (Grade 12) is essential.
Qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent practical experience).

Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar supervisory maintenance role.
Experience in a heavy industrial environment, ideally within refrigeration manufacturing.
Strong technical skills including the ability to read and interpret blueprints, manuals, and technical drawings.
Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.
Familiarity with ERP systems.
Able to work flexible hours, including nights/weekends and emergency callouts.

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