Introduction to the VKB Group

The VKB Group is an agricultural company, providing support to farmers and producing straight-from-the farm-foods for consumers. Apart from the various consumer brands, the VKB Group is also represented by its regional brands: VKB, GWK and NTK. Our roots are firmly planted in agriculture with farming at our core, continuously growing and evolving throughout the years.

Starting with providing everything needed on the farm to produce food, we now also operate in all areas of the food supply chain: processing, logistics, and national and global market channels.

This “house of brands” we’ve established with the support of our farmer shareholders is the foundation for building the agribusiness of the future.

Our purpose

Touch lives – for the better: We always aim to make a positive impact in people’s lives: our employees, producers, clients, communities and the larger industry. And, through collaboration with this group of people, we strive to make an even bigger and longer lasting impact in the lives of all South Africans.

Values

We live by five important values:

We are HUMBLE

We acknowledge that we are blessed

We are HUNGRY

We do not settle for mediocre

We are BOLD

We do what is right, even if it scares us

We are SMART

We consider our words and actions

We are TEAM PLAYERS

No-one can do this alone

Our legacy

For the Love of the Land: We do it all for our legacy and the love of nature, people, country, sustainability and progress.

Job Description
The Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all maintenance activities within Farm Foods, Modderrivier. Taking accountability for ensuring that all facilities and equipment are properly maintained, repaired, and upgraded to ensure smooth operations and long-term functionality, prioritising preventative maintenance. The Maintenance Manager will also be responsible for managing a team of technicians and allocating resources effectively and the maintenance and upgrading of the facility to ensure continuous production and safety.

Requirements

• Relevant Technical Diploma (Mechanical or Electrical)/ Degree in Mechanical- or Electrical Engineering.
• GCC Accreditation/ Registration will serve as recommendation.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Mill / factory Maintenance Environments FMCG
• Candidate should be a self-starter with innovative technical abilities with strong people skills in order to effectively lead and manage a diverse group of individuals.
• Analytical abilities and experience in resolve plant breakdowns.
• Knowledge of the OHSAct essential to ensure all legal requirements are adhered too.
• Experience in spares management for engineering.
• Ability to handle challenging objectives.
• Must be a team player - priositising the VKB Groups Values: Humble, Hungry, Smart and Bold.
• Computer literate with strong knowledge of Pragma plant maintenance program.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a proactive maintenance strategy to minimize equipment downtime and maximize productivity.

• Preventative maintenance on machines, equipment and new installations, ensuring that 100% uptime of factory equipment is available to production through preventative and corrective maintenance;

• Manage and supervise a team of maintenance technicians, providing guidance, training, and mentoring to ensure they meet performance goals.
• Create maintenance schedules and coordinate repairs and maintenance activities with minimal disruption to daily operations.
• Ensure that all maintenance activities comply with industry standards, regulations, and company policies.
• Oversee the repair and troubleshooting of equipment malfunctions to minimize downtime and maintain optimal efficiency.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth operations and coordinate maintenance activities in line with production or project schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels of spare parts and equipment and establish relationships with suppliers to ensure timely availability of required items for maintenance.
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to minimize breakdowns and extend equipment lifespan.

• Preventative maintenance on machines, equipment and new installations, ensuring that 100% uptime of factory equipment is available to production through preventative and corrective maintenance;

• Conduct regular inspections to identify maintenance needs, safety hazards, and potential upgrades or replacements.
• Develop and manage the maintenance department's budget, including forecasting costs, optimizing spending, and recommending capital expenditures as required.
• Ensure compliance with applicable health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of maintenance activities, equipment history, and other relevant documentation.

Skills Required

• Understanding of production procedures.
• Knowledge of Health and safety procedures.
• Ability to read manuals.
• Good communication skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Team player.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Project Management
• Problem solving
• Able to work under pressure

Other Information

• The company can expire jobs at any time at their own discretion.
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• VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer. VKB Group’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to VKB Group’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. VKB Group actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities
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