Jobs at AVI Limited

Key Performance Areas:

Health, Safety and Environment

• Adhere to and ensure compliance by subordinates to the company safety policies and procedures.
• Assist with attainment and maintenance of relevant health, safety and environmental management system standards for processing, packaging, utilities, and buildings.
• Ensure facilities and infrastructure are conducive to employee health and wellness.

 Food Safety

• Adhere to, and ensure compliance by subordinates to FSSC 22000, AIB and ISO principles.
• Ensure site infrastructure and equipment are installed and maintained in such a manner that Food Safety is not compromised.
• Ensure standard of utilities and processing equipment is in line with Food Safety Standards.

 Plant Availability and reliability

• Oversee all electrical and instrumentation maintenance activities for NBL Rosslyn.
• Ensure daily plant inspections are conducted to guarantee maximum uptime and quality.
• Communicate with the Operations team in the case of disruption due to breakdowns.
• Conduct relevant inspections and examinations for legal compliance and safety.
• Assist and oversee high-level breakdowns to ensure quick turnaround times.
• Conduct root cause analysis and provide recommendations to reduce downtime.
• Develop and maintain a problem-solving culture within the department (direct reports) through facilitating and sustaining root cause analysis practices.
• Ensure that the job card processes including monitoring, allocation, close-out and backlog are up to date.
• Assist with reviewing OEM recommended spares and identification and classification of critical spares.
• Participate in scoping and procurement of new plant equipment to ensure adherence to site Engineering standards.
• Workshop housekeeping, GMP and environmental compliance and related activities must adhere to relevant standards.
• Input into development and coordination of major shutdowns and communication with all relevant stakeholders, with main focus on execution of plan.
• Assist with planning of new installations, upgrades and modifications to the existing plant in a safe and effective manner.

 Systems and reporting

• Assist with the Computerised Maintenance Management System, ensuring reliability and integrity of information.
• Report on asset care schedule compliance and artisan utilisation.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant procedures.
• Raising and closing out of NCR’s.

 Management

• Lead and guide the artisan compliment.
• Coach, guide and mentor the instrumentation, electrical and apprentice staff compliment.
• Ensure appropriate resources for departmental requirements.
• Assist with updating and implementation of skills matrix as well as coordination of training.
• Plan and control engineering tasks; allocate resources to activities; control labour scheduling; overtime and cost control for area of responsibility.
• Planning, scheduling, monitoring and evaluating of artisan tasks according to the CMMS (Asset care system).
• Ensure that labour allocation and hours of work are in accordance with the Basic Conditions of Employment and Labour Relations Act.
• Review and audit completed job cards and ensure correct level of maintenance execution.
• Hold 1 on 1 discussions and evaluate IPA’s with artisans.

 Minimum Requirements:

Experience:                                                                   

• Minimum of 5 years’ post-trade test experience in FMCG / Manufacturing environment with a focus on packing machine maintenance.
• Minimum of 3 years in a supervisory role
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office).

 Qualifications:

• Trade tested artisan at an accredited training facility.
• Electrician, National diploma (electrical), N6 or equivalent qualification highly advantageous.
• Continual professional development in maintenance management and engineering standards.

Additional Requirements:

• Knowledge and experience of Computerised Maintenance Management System (i.e. SAP, Shopware or similar). Shopware experience will be highly advantageous.
• Experience in a snacks manufacturing industry.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in electrical and instrumentation revolving around utilities and services, manufacturing, and packaging plant.
• Extensive knowledge and experience of electrical and instrumentation standards.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of OHS Act legal compliance and statutory inspections.
• Ability to lead and supervise artisans, contractors and suppliers.
• Must be prepared to work overtime, be on call outs and on stand-by duty.
• Must have your own reliable transport.

Deadline:15th July,2025

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Key Areas of Impact:

• Oversee the maintenance and performance of high-speed wrapping machines, conveyors, cooling tunnels, and ovens.
• Lead and manage a large team of mechanical artisans.
• Plan and execute planned shutdowns efficiently, including contractor management.
• Minimise equipment downtime and ensure quick reaction times to breakdowns.
• Provide technical problem-solving support and expert advice.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations (OHS Act, GMR 2.7).
• Uphold and implement food safety and quality standards (AIB, FSSC 22000).
• Manage capital and operational maintenance budgets.
• Use computerised maintenance systems (e.g., Shopware, SAP) to schedule, monitor and report on maintenance activities.
• Support the implementation and sustainability of QMS and continuous improvement initiatives.

 What It Takes to Succeed:

Experience that set you up for success:                       

• 5+ years of relevant experience in a Foreman or supervisory role within FMCG/manufacturing.
• Strong mechanical and electrical skills
• Experience managing large teams and working under high-pressure conditions.

 Qualifications & Certifications that will contribute to your success:

• Trade tested in Mechanical or Electrical.
• Minimum N6 or National Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

 Additional Requirements that will enhance your impact for success:

• Strong leadership and team development capabilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Analytical and detail-oriented
• Resilient and composed under pressure
• Proficient in CMMS systems
• Results-driven with a continuous improvement mindset
• Willingness to overtime when required
• Sound understanding of hygiene and food safety standards
• Ability to manage a diverse and skilled workforce

Deadline:15th July,2025

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Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

• Monitor store ordering process, stock levels, and returns and take corrective action if required
• Monitor pricing and ensure mandate adherence
• Negotiate promotional activity
• POP implementation and negotiate ad-hoc display and space
• Check-in stock, expiry dates and ensure shelf health standards are maintained
• Address pricing and delivery issues
• Monitor forward share in relation to market share as well as the rate of sale
• Maintain customer and company records
• Complete price surveys timeously
• Update records of all company equipment and assets
• Communicate issues and provide solutions where possible
• Ensure adherence to store policies and procedures at all times
• Monitor and manage Merchandiser / Field Marketer and Sales Representatives' attendance and ensure registers are updated
• Confirm call cycles are followed and communicate changes to customers when needed
• Manage and plan leave for subordinates
• Prepare monthly payroll for Human Resources
• Conduct floor walks with Field Marketers, Merchandisers, and Sales Representatives
• Brief staff of all cycle priorities and ensure a clear understanding of objectives
• Develop staff by identifying training needs and providing on-the-job coaching if required
• Keep Regional Operations Manager up to date on conduct issues
• Staff management in line with company policy and procedures
• Conduct appraisals on field staff
• Set targets for subordinates by store by category in line with business unit objectives and strategy

Experience:

• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in a Sales Supervisor or Sales Manager role required
• Experience within FMCG dealing with retail customers
• Experience with managing teams 
• Good understanding and implementation of human resources and industrial relations processes and procedures

Qualifications:

• Completed Matric / Grade 12 is essential
• A completed tertiary qualification (Business / Sales / Marketing / Retail) would be advantageous

Additional Requirements:

• Sound knowledge of the FMCG industry
• A good understanding of the merchandising industry
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office (MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
• Able to present information to various levels in the organization
• Valid Driver’s License required
• Ability to travel essential

Deadline:8th July,2025