Company: White River Saw Mills

Our company is fully committed to the protection and enhancement of the beautiful environment in which we operate and takes extra precautions to ensure minimal pollution throughout the entire production process.

Technical Manager (Densa Sawmill) (WRSM)

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Technical Manager (Densa Sawmill) (WRSM)

Location: Mpumalanga and South Africa
Sector: Sawmilling
Contract Type: Permanent

Technical Manager (Densa Sawmill)

SUITABLE EXTERNAL CANDIDATES ARE INVITED TO APPLY FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION

DENSA SAWMILL – TECHNICAL MANAGER (MAINTENCANCE / WORKSHOP MANAGER/ ENGINEERING FOREMAN)

Job Purpose
The Technical manager oversees the upkeep and maintenance of the company’s equipment and facilities, including company accommodation.

Requirements

  • Valid grade 12 qualification (or equivalent) with proof thereof required;
  • Formal Electrical and/or Mechanical Trade Test certification and/or Diploma / Degree in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering (NQF Level 7) and/or Equivalent;
  • Fluency in English required (Reading, writing & speaking) (Fluency in additional official language/s advantageous);
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office required (Excel, Outlook and Word);
  • Minimum 3 to 5 years’ relevant experience Engineering Foreman or similar Position with contactable references (experience in a Sawmill/similar environment);
  • Registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa advantageous;
  • Membership of the South African Engineering Association advantageous
  • Sound knowledge of and technical aptitude for sawmilling and timber value-adding equipment and machinery;
  • Sound knowledge of relevant safety legislation and systems (Safety & Risk Management Course advantageous);
  • Innovative mindset with a willingness to explore new means to convert equipment to be more efficient and productive at least cost;
  • Strong emphasis on driving a culture of preventative maintenance as opposed to reactive maintenance;
  • Good interpersonal skills (need to liaise with seniors, peers and subordinates);
  • Good People management skills, technical skills, and observational skills;
  • Good team player;
  • Effective communication skills;
  • Experience working in high pressure production environment;
  • A passion to succeed in a challenging environment;
  • Ability to solve problems and deliver solutions;
  • Ability to work independently as a self-starter.

Responsibilities

  • Manage, lead and control all aspects of a maintenance team of 20-30 employees, including Artisans, Semi-skilled employees and artisan assistants;
  • Maintain and improve current maintenance systems (Strong on preventative maintenance) to assure target up-time is achieved;
  • Ability to carry out Planner functions, scheduling of and ensuring that PMs are done correctly, thoroughly and on right schedule;
  • Constantly explore equipment/machines and find ways to improve safety and efficiency;
  • The role is responsible for the day-to-day implementation of plans to manage all Engineering Assets, Resources and Infrastructure – availability of machinery/equipment as well as managing resources and people to assist in achieving planned production targets.
  • Maintain and manage Mechanical Systems and Electrical Reticulation Systems (including company accommodation, solar and hydro);
  • The role oversees the manufacturing, constructing, assembling and fitting of components by his/her technical team for machinery, vehicles, installations and other apparatus or articles and is also responsible to ensure proper maintenance and repair of such equipment (both preventative and reactive maintenance);
  • The Technical manager should direct and coordinate the activities of his/her team, ensure their skills remain up to standard, they have a future skills development plan, they stay motivated, their performances are continuously evaluated (with necessary actions where required) and that his/her team works safely and productively at both the mill and surrounding areas, which includes the company accommodation and other areas of responsibility.

EE/AA Candidates will enjoy preference (African Females and African Males are encouraged to apply), although all applications will be considered.

Applications close: 7 May 2025
(Should you not receive any communication within 14 days after closing date, please accept your application as unsuccessful).