Maintenance Shift Leader (Automotive) - Staff Solutions

Rosslyn, Pretoria 3 week(s) ago Permanent

Salary - Market Related

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Our client in the automotive industry is looking to appoint a Maintenance Shift Leader to join their team in Rosslyn, Gauteng

Skills

Automotive Engineering Instrumentation Technician Maintenance Maintenance Technician Shift Leader Team Leader

Key Performance Areas

Drive rapid response maintenance to ensure minimal equipment downtime and efficient fault resolution across the shift team
Ensure timely capture and feedback of maintenance activities, with high completion and data accuracy standards
Oversee timely closure of maintenance work orders and preventative maintenance tasks in line with site standards
Maintain overall equipment effectiveness by actively managing and reducing unplanned downtime
Conduct regular downtime analysis and support structured root cause investigations to prevent recurrence
Promote and sustain equipment reliability by monitoring failure trends and implementing corrective actions
Identify and address operational inefficiencies and safety risks in line with site continuous improvement requirements
Manage overtime allocation within legislative and operational limits, ensuring accurate timekeeping and workforce control
Ensure all shift-based inspections, checks, and autonomous maintenance activities are completed on schedule and to standard

Minimum Requirements

Diploma in Mechatronics, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (NQF Level 6)
Proven supervisory experience in a technical maintenance environment
Strong background in automation systems within a manufacturing setting (automotive preferred)
Minimum 5 years’ experience as an Instrumentation or Maintenance Technician in an industrial environment
Strong experience with industrial PLC systems and automation fault-finding
Experience with advanced automation control platforms (at least 3 years’ exposure)
Experience with industrial robotics in a high-volume production environment (at least 3 years’ exposure)
Experience with machine vision or automated inspection systems (at least 3 years’ exposure)
Working knowledge of mechanical press systems or heavy production machinery (at least 3 years’ exposure)
Demonstrated leadership capability including performance management, delegation, and conflict handling

Skills Required

Strong communication and shift coordination skills
Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving ability in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
Ability to interpret technical drawings and engineering schematics
Experience with automation systems, robotics, and PLC-based control environments
Ability to train, cross-skill, and develop junior technical staff
Strong planning and prioritisation skills under production pressure

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