Foreman (MMU Manufacturing) at Omnia (Pty) LTD

ROLE IMPACT

• To lead and supervise all MMU manufacturing activities, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and to the required quality standards. The Foreman is responsible for managing personnel, coordinating resources, maintaining compliance with safety and operational requirements, and driving continuous improvement within the manufacturing environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise and coordinate all MMU manufacturing, assembly, installation, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop workshop personnel to achieve production, quality, and safety objectives.
• Ensure all manufacturing activities comply with company procedures, engineering specifications, quality standards, and statutory requirements.
• Oversee fabrication, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical installations on Mobile Manufacturing Units (MMUs).
• Plan, allocate, and monitor daily work activities to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
• Conduct quality inspections and ensure all manufacturing documentation and checklists are completed accurately.
• Maintain effective control of materials, tools, equipment, and workshop resources.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and implement corrective actions to minimise downtime and rework.
• Utilize Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) to create, manage, and monitor work orders, accurately capture labour hours, update job progress, and ensure the timely and correct closure of job cards and work orders.
• Ensure all manufacturing records, inspection reports, and project documentation are maintained and updated.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives aimed at improving safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency.
• Willing to Travel Local and International to various plants

Safety Responsibilities

• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture within the workshop and manufacturing environment.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with company Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality (HSEQ) requirements.
• Conduct regular workplace inspections, safety audits, and risk assessments to identify and eliminate hazards.
• Ensure all employees are trained, competent, and authorized to perform their assigned tasks.
• Monitor and maintain employee training records, certifications, medicals, licenses, inductions, and competency assessments to ensure compliance at all times.
• Lead toolbox talks, safety meetings, incident investigations, and corrective action implementation.
• Ensure compliance with PPE requirements, safe work procedures, permit systems, and housekeeping standards.
• Report and address unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, near misses, and incidents promptly.
• Foster a proactive safety mindset through employee coaching, engagement, and continuous safety improvement.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Qualified Artisan (Boiler maker, Welder)
• Supervisory qualification will be advantageous. 

Experience

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a manufacturing or heavy vehicle build environment.
• Proven experience supervising workshop teams

Key Competencies

• Sound knowledge of MMU manufacturing processes, vehicle body building, assembly, and commissioning.
• Strong understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, manufacturing specifications, and work instructions.
• Knowledge of welding, fabrication, hose routing, piping installations, and component integration.
• Working knowledge of quality management systems, inspection processes, and defect prevention techniques.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) for work order creation, labour hour capturing, job tracking, reporting, and work order closure.
• Knowledge of production planning, resource allocation, and workshop performance management.
• Understanding of inventory, materials management, and procurement processes within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety legislation, risk assessments, incident investigations, permit systems, and safe work procedures.
• Knowledge of employee training requirements, competency management, legal appointments, and compliance documentation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
• Understanding of continuous improvement principles and lean manufacturing practices.