Mechanical Manager - Grain Field Chickens Abattoir at VKB Group

Job Description

To ensure all mechanical engineering projects, initiatives and processes are in conformance with Grain Field Chickens’ established policies and objectives. Plans and directs all aspects of mechanical engineering activities within the organization including, but not limited to managing and ensuring the scheduling, installation, repair and maintenance of all mechanical equipment and instrumentation. 

Requirements

• Grade 12 / NQF 4 Equivalent.
• Qualified Fitter or Millwright.
• Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Computer literate (Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word).
• 7 years’ FMCG experience with repairs and various maintenance processes of which 2 must be at management level.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintenance and scheduling of preventative maintenance on all machinery.
• Methodical root cause analysis and resolving non-compliance in parts performance.
• Develop needed infrastructure to ensure mechanical engineering competency.
• Handle engineering tools and upgrades.
• Review mechanical engineering staff performance periodically.
• Overhead inspections on start–up, scheduled maintenance and breakdowns.
• Control and reduce usage of water, air, coal and overtime worked.
• Inform technical staff about division and engineering goals and business performance.
• Support mechanical engineers, designers and drafters on projects as per task needs and skills.
• Ensure the availability of mechanical stock for machinery and critical components.
• Always adhere to the 20 Keys principle.
• Strict adherence to budget control and cost saving.
• Assist in the development and discipline of personnel.
• Must be a hands-on person.

Skills Required

• Good communication skills.
• Analytical thinking.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good reporting skills.
• Good planning skills.
• Team player.
• Be self-motivated, enthusiastic, and trustworthy.

Closing Date: 6th, June 2022