About this role
Operations & Maintenance Manager Qualification Matric / Senior Certificate Relevant qualification in Operations / Maintenance Management Requirements Valid drivers license 5+ Years of Operational or Maintenance management experience in a manufacturing or packaging environment. Proven track record in preventative maintenance systems and production optimization. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities. Computer literate Own transport Preferred (Advantageous, but Not Essential) Experience with sachet filling machines or liquid packaging equipment. Duties Operations Leadership: Oversee daily plant workflow, production targets, resource allocation, and operational efficiency. Responsible for daily factory opening and closing, ensuring site security. Maintenance Strategy: Manage preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs across all plant equipment to minimize downtime. Team Management: Lead, mentor, and schedule the maintenance and production staff to drive a continuous improvement culture. Safety & Compliance: Enforce strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards (OHSA/SHEQ). Budgeting & Costs: Monitor operational expenditures, control spare parts inventory, and optimize maintenance costs.