Maintenance Supervisor

Howden, a Chart Industries Company, is a global leader in air and gas handling products, services, and solutions. Howden’s core focus is on providing quality solutions for air and gas handling and has over a century of experience in doing so.

Howden Africa (Pty) Ltd is looking for a Maintenance Supervisor to take responsibility for the efficient and effective maintenance of the Booysens site, both Offices and Workshops. This role will also be responsible for the efficient and effective maintenance of the machines and equipment.

Operational Management

Responsible for the efficient and effective operational maintenance on the Booysens site and assist the Manufacturing team with production supervision, as and when required.

Equipment Management

Responsible for the efficient and effective maintenance of the machines and equipment for Howden manufacturing facility in Booysens.

Environmental Management

Responsible for implementation of the Howden Africa environmental plan on the Booysens site.

Health & Safety

Responsible for EHS for the Maintenance team and sub-contractors. Will require a legal appointment.

1. Gr 12 or equivalent technical qualification (NTC 3)
2. Qualified Millwright with minimum 5 years mechanical maintenance experience

1. Occasional travelling to other sites will be required
2. Willingness to work overtime as and when required

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

1. Minimum 5 years maintenance supervisory experience
2. Gr 12 or equivalent technical qualification (NTC 3)
3. Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Maintenance Planning Software)
4. Qualified Millwright with minimum 5 years mechanical maintenance experience
5. EHS certification required (Hira, Incident Investigation, Legal Liability, Osh Act, Working at Heights)
6. Ability to read drawings, both electrical and mechanical
7. GMR 2 certification preferred (if not, will need to be acquired)

DESIRABLE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

1. Fork lift licence
2. Overhead crane licence
3. Cherry Picker /Scissor Lift licence