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Senwes is one of the leading agricultural companies in South Africa, with clients symbolising the heart of the company. The company is deeply rooted in agriculture and has a rich and proud history that extends over a period of 114 years. The Senwes Group of companies is supported by three pillars… read more – Input Supply, Financial and Technical Services and Market Access in the Northwest, Free State, Gauteng, Mpumalanga, KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, Northern Cape and Western Cape provinces. The Senwes Group has an integrated business model to facilitate its core objective of making a meaningful contribution to food security in South Africa in a sustainable manner.
Responsibilities:
Maintenance Planning and Execution
Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of civil maintenance technicians, providing guidance, training, and support as needed.
Develop and implement maintenance schedules for civil structures to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
Implement preventive maintenance programs to extend the lifespan of machinery and equipment, reduce breakdowns, and minimise repair costs.
Quality Assurance and Control
Conduct regular inspections of civil infrastructure to identify maintenance needs and prioritise repairs.
Diagnose mechanical problems, develop solutions, and oversee repairs to restore equipment to optimal working condition.
Ensure compliance with safety regulations and protocols, promoting a culture of safety awareness among team members.
Keep accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, equipment manuals, and maintenance logs.
Budget Management and Cost Control
Accurately forecast maintenance costs based on historical data, upcoming projects, and potential emergencies.
Allocate budget resources effectively to cover regular maintenance, repairs, and unexpected expenses.
Estimate costs for maintenance activities, including labor, materials, equipment, and outsourced services.
Perform cost-benefit analyses to justify expenditures and identify the most cost-effective solutions for maintenance issues.
Regularly monitor and track maintenance expenses against the budget, identifying variances and taking corrective actions as necessary.
Team Leadership and Supervision
Analyse regular staff establishment reports, identify risks and ensure that corrective measures/relevant management actions are implemented.
Fill vacant posts in line with Senwes policies and procedures.
Take action where necessary to materialise EE objectives.
Arrange for induction of all new personnel to familiarise them with Senwes and the section’s activities.
Performance Management
Contract performance before D-date:
Set clear performance standards.
Communicate expected outcomes.
Observe and monitor performance and evaluate performance quarterly.
Give constructive feedback and provide guidance to personnel.
Requirements
N6 in Civil Engineering. Candidates with a relevant management certificate will receive preference.
3+ years of experience in civil construction, experience in supervisory roles will receive preference
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