Mechanical Supervisor (South Africa), Kimberley

Mechanical Supervisor

will execute and supervise all preventive and corrective mechanical maintenance through the Artisans and related employees, monthly/annual outages and overhauling work activities on plant mechanical equipment, safely, efficiently and effectively.

Responsibilities Maintenance Execution&Planning

Assigns and executes corrective maintenance jobs as directed by the Maintenance Manager

Coordinates and supervises maintenance activities through CMMS (SAP)

Supports execution of corrective and planned maintenance in line with the annual maintenance schedule

Reviews work orders, verifies site requirements (safety, materials, manpower, services), and ensures optimal resource utilization

Coordinates with the Maintenance Planner to prioritize, schedule, and assign daily jobs

Ensures early preparation and readiness of all daily maintenance activities

Leads mechanical maintenance activities during plant commissioning and startup

Supervises, directs, and coordinates mechanical maintenance personnel in assigned areas

Provides technical guidance for safe troubleshooting and repair activities

Supervises subcontractors to ensure quality, safety, and workmanship during maintenance and shutdowns

Ensures attendance and participation in daily toolbox talks

Conducts daily job observations to ensure safe and correct work execution

Records, Reporting&Systems

Maintains maintenance logs, equipment history, records, and files for assigned areas

Ensures daily updating of operating and maintenance logbooks

Prepares maintenance reports and correspondence as required

Maintains mechanical maintenance KPIs on a weekly basis

Ensures calibration certificates for statutory tools are valid and up to date

Identifies and controls hazards in assigned work areas

Ensures environmental aspects are monitored and operational controls are followed

Reports deviations in the Integrated Management System (IMS)

Reports incidents, near misses, and emergencies promptly

Maintains safety, quality, and housekeeping standards in workshops and job areas

Conducts monthly audits of maintenance tools and artisan toolboxes

Ensures safety representatives’ logbooks are properly maintained

Attends monthly section safety meetings and statutory safety meetings chaired by Plant Management

Identifies competency gaps among subordinates and implements corrective actions

Conducts annual performance evaluations and manages quarterly performance contracts

Compiles and manages personnel development plans

Provides on-the-job training (OJT) and evaluates trainee performance

Manages attendance, leave, overtime, rest periods, and standby rosters for mechanical artisans

Ensures subordinates are trained and competent to perform assigned tasks

Materials, Spares&Budget Control

Maintains accurate spare parts inventory and equipment history

Prepares purchase requisitions for spares and consumables within budget constraints

Ensures availability of critical spares through coordination with stores

Manages section budgets related to manpower, spares, and materials

Controls stock holding, usage accuracy, and availability at all times

Communication&Coordination

Maintains effective communication with the Maintenance Manager on job progress and technical issues

Attends daily production meetings and other coordination meetings as required

Supports project teams by providing mechanical input to improve safety, accessibility, and maintainability

Attributes

Strong awareness of Quality, Occupational Health&Safety (OH&S), and Environmental Management Systems principles

Sound knowledge of applicable legal and regulatory requirements

Competent in Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA)

Experienced in Environmental Aspect and Impact Assessment

Knowledgeable in waste identification, classification, handling, and disposal procedures

Familiar with emission monitoring requirements and practices

Proven ability to lead and supervise a maintenance team

Excellent communication skills in English (written and verbal)

Computer literate with proficiency in standard office applications

Ability to use SAP as an end user

Who will fit

Minimum of 5 years of experience in Mechanical Maintenance in power generation plants.

N6, Trade Tested (Qualified) Mechanical Artisan OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

South African national is preferred

About ACWA Operations The Operations unit of ACWA, providing high quality O&M (Operation&Maintenance) services for power production and water desalination projects, regionally and globally.

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