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Mechanical Foreman (Talent Pool)

Mechanical Foreman (Talent Pool)

Sappi Southern Africa
Country:  South Africa
City:  Ngodwana
Location:  Mill Ngodwana
Department:  Engineering
Posting date:  5 Dec 2024
Closing date: 

We are searching for talent!

At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.  

 

We are on the lookout for experienced Mechanical Foremen to supervise the activities of the mechanical team, ensure equipment reliability, manage rotable equipment and other related activities to be carried out for plant availability.  

 

As a Mechanical Foreman you will be responsible for: 

  • Short-term planning and annual shut planning

  • Safety, health, and environmental issues

  • Managing and prioritising maintenance process compliance on SAP

  • Continuous improvement of the Mechanical maintenance function

  • Budget management and control

  • Monitoring the performance of the mechanical team

  • Fault finding and troubleshooting on equipment to minimise downtime

  • Accurate reporting

  • Overseeing the learning and development of Artisans, Repairmen, and Apprentices in the team

 

What are we looking for?

  • Full N4 Certificate or equivalent

  • Mechanical Trade Test Certificate (Fitter & Turner, Fitter, Millwright)

  • 7 years experience as a Trade Tested Artisan in a heavy industry environment

  • 2 years of mechanical plant maintenance experience at the supervisory/leadership level

  • Experience in the Pulp & Paper industry is an advantage

  • SAP PM experience is an advantage

  • Valid driving licence

 

What’s in it for you? 
•    Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence.
•    Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi.
•    Opportunities to travel (dependent on upon the role).
•    Market leading leave benefits.
•    Employee wellbeing benefits.
 
If you are resilient and energetic and looking for a new challenge at competitive market rates, click on apply now to put your name in the talent pool.

TALENT POOL: This means that your application will go into a talent pool to be considered for future vacancies that become available.  
 

We are searching for talent!

At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.  

 

We are on the lookout for experienced Mechanical Foremen to supervise the activities of the mechanical team, ensure equipment reliability, manage rotable equipment and other related activities to be carried out for plant availability.  

 

As a Mechanical Foreman you will be responsible for: 

  • Short-term planning and annual shut planning

  • Safety, health, and environmental issues

  • Managing and prioritising maintenance process compliance on SAP

  • Continuous improvement of the Mechanical maintenance function

  • Budget management and control

  • Monitoring the performance of the mechanical team

  • Fault finding and troubleshooting on equipment to minimise downtime

  • Accurate reporting

  • Overseeing the learning and development of Artisans, Repairmen, and Apprentices in the team

 

What are we looking for?

  • Full N4 Certificate or equivalent

  • Mechanical Trade Test Certificate (Fitter & Turner, Fitter, Millwright)

  • 7 years experience as a Trade Tested Artisan in a heavy industry environment

  • 2 years of mechanical plant maintenance experience at the supervisory/leadership level

  • Experience in the Pulp & Paper industry is an advantage

  • SAP PM experience is an advantage

  • Valid driving licence

 

What’s in it for you? 
•    Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence.
•    Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi.
•    Opportunities to travel (dependent on upon the role).
•    Market leading leave benefits.
•    Employee wellbeing benefits.
 
If you are resilient and energetic and looking for a new challenge at competitive market rates, click on apply now to put your name in the talent pool.

TALENT POOL: This means that your application will go into a talent pool to be considered for future vacancies that become available.  
 

Sappi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. At Sappi, we encourage and support vaccination.

Sappi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. At Sappi, we encourage and support vaccination.

ABOUT SAPPI

Sappi is a leading global provider of everyday materials made from woodfibre-based renewable resources. As a diversified, innovative and trusted leader focused on sustainable processes and products, we are building a more circular economy by making what we should, not just what we can.

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