Regional Maintenance Manager at Staff Solutions

• Our client in the Water Solutions industry is seeking a Regional Maintenance Manager to lead and enhance maintenance and asset management practices across operations in the Cape Town, Macassar

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Play a strategic leadership role in shaping and implementing the Company’s asset management strategy while ensuring contractual compliance and operational excellence.
• Lead and mentor maintenance teams, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional development.
• Conduct monthly GMR 2.1 plant inspections and audits (plant total installed electrical power > 12,000 kW), ensuring timely corrective actions and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Develop implementation of Company’s asset management policy, strategy and objectives.
• Manage the maintenance processes to ensure the optimal functioning of production processes / operations.
• Ensure compliance with standard operating procedures, contractual agreements and safety guidelines.
• Drive the implementation and optimization of the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS), including spares and asset lifecycle management.
• Champion technology-driven maintenance practices, including condition monitoring, predictive maintenance and digital maintenance systems.
• Manage condition monitoring activities, including vibration analysis and infrared scanning to improve asset reliability.
• Develop and maintain operational and strategic maintenance reports to support data driven decision making.
• Coordinate with suppliers and service providers regarding spares, equipment and materials.
• Ensure preventative maintenance and spares management systems are effectively implemented and maintained.
• Provide guidance on breakdowns, corrective maintenance and root cause analysis to minimise downtime and improve system performance.
• Conduct maintenance audits and compile corrective action plans.
• Maintain effective administration, reporting and control procedures to meet performance objectives.
• Ensure efficient resource planning and management to achieve operational targets.
• Maintain high levels of client satisfaction by delivering professional and reliable service.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and collaboration between sites and the engineering department to strengthen organisational capability.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Graduated and certificated Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (BEng / BSc or equivalent) (Mechanical preferred);
• Holder of a valid Government Certificate of Competency (GCC) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (Factories);
• Minimum of 7 years postgraduate practical experience in relevant operation, maintenance and safety of machinery management & project execution experience. Proven record of satisfactory prior performance and extensive experience in maintenance of large scale E,M&I installations.
• GCC Certificate (Government ticket) is compulsory.
• Business skills- Prioritisation, co-ordination ability, goal-directed, problem- solving, teamwork, analytical ability, controlling, planning and organizing, communication.
• Demonstrated experience in maintenance strategy, asset management and reliability improvement.
• Strong leadership capability with proven experience in coaching and mentoring technical teams.
• Computer literate with Microsoft Office and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) experience.
• Strong business and management skills, including prioritisation, coordination, planning and problem solving.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical ability and decision-making skills.
• Commitment to customer service, continuous improvement and innovation.
• Experience in planned maintenance and project management.