A company based in Ladysmith is seeking a Group Manager: Electrical Engineer to join their team. The successful incumbent will be reporting into the Divisional Head: Engineering & Projects and will be responsible for the overall responsibility for Electrical Engineering activities within the Plant
Please email application through to melanie@armstrongappointments.com
Main job function
Directing and coordinating the engineering activity of the Production maintenance engineering support and project engineering teams
Analyzing plant and equipment failures, initiating and following through action plans to reduce to a level insignificance and to implement the permanent fix
Setting and maintaining Engineering standards and systems of the process plant and equipment
Teaching and coaching the engineering, production and support teams regarding engineering and process matters
Developing and implementing engineering and process technology, operating philosophies and practices to optimize product quality and reduce waste
Ensuring that all engineering systems and standards are in place and audited
Providing technical expertise and support for engineering, production and product technical departments
The provision of effective engineering maintenance planning and maintenance information support activities
The planning, organization and coordinating of all activities regarding compliance to South African Law about the OHSA, Environmental and other applicable legislation
Qualifications
A suitable Engineering B-Degree or Post Graduate Qualification in the Electrical field
Electrical Engineers Certificate of Competency (GCC) Certificate
Experience/Criteria
Minimum 5 years’ post qualification experience in engineering project or maintenance engineering
Ideal candidates must display strong abilities in technical management
Two to three years proven experience in a leadership position gained in a manufacturing environment
Experience in the application of world class manufacturing techniques and a high degree of computer literacy is essential
An enthusiastic self–starter with energy, drive and self-confidence
Effective communication skills
Analytical and problem solving abilities
Target and deadline drive
A Consultant will be in touch if you are shortlisted for the position. Please consider your application unsuccessful should you not have been contacted within 2 weeks. We will keep your CV on our database and contact you should you match the criteria of any other vacancies.
