Electrical Foreman at Astral Foods Ltd

Qualifications: 

• Electrical Trade Certificate (Section 13 and served apprenticeship)
• Minimum N4 qualification electrical theory
• HT Switching certificate will be an added advantage
• Wireman’s license, PLC programming and fault-finding experience will be a distinct advantage
• A supervisory / management qualification will be an added advantage

Experience:

• Previous experience in the electrical maintenance/repair of Poultry processing and rendering plant equipment will be  a distinct advantage
• Proven leadership experience
• Computer literate with MS Office

Other requirements:

• Willing to do shift work and overtime, including weekends as may be required
• Ability to work in a highly pressurized environment and deadline driven
• Must have own reliable transport
• Fluent in English and an additional official language

The ideal candidate would be responsible for:

• Manage all routine maintenance on processing equipment
• Manage all unscheduled processing interruptions resulting from breakdowns
• Installation and maintenance on processing equipment
• Continuous interaction and communication with management and subordinates
• Manage, implement and adhere to the 20 Keys system, HACCP, Risk Control, OHS, EFSIS and all other systems must be adhered to at all times
• Maintain and comply with the South African National Standard SANS1042 Wiring Code
• Be present at start-up and all start-up procedures must be followed at all times
• Must ensure that all shut down procedures are adhered to after the end of the last shift of the week or public holiday
• Liaison with other Foremen regarding outstanding maintenance, and projects, timekeeping, safety & security matters, and all other matters related to the maintenance team
• Report and audit machine electrical and mechanical defects
• Control and audit maintenance documentation
• Attend to any disciplinary requirements and follow the disciplinary code
• Assist with training and development of staff
• Continuous interaction and communication with management and subordinates
• Maintain housekeeping standards