Facilities & Maintenance Manager
RPO Recruitment
Johannesburg, Gauteng
Permanent
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Posted 01 August 2025 - Closing Date 01 October 2025

Job Details

Job Description

A leading manufacturer in plastic extrusion and injection moulding, is seeking a Facilities & Maintenance Manager to join their dynamic operations team in East Rand, Gauteng. With a reputation for high-quality production and innovative design, they are looking for a hands-on, technically skilled leader with a strong background in plastics or high-speed manufacturing.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Oversee all facility infrastructure including compressors, chillers, cooling towers, and transformers

  • Manage preventative and reactive maintenance on AC/DC motors, pumps, pneumatics, hydraulics, and panel wiring

  • Perform expert-level PLC and VSD/VFD programming and troubleshooting

  • Lead and manage a skilled team of 7 maintenance technicians

  • Execute preventative maintenance systems and fault elimination strategies

  • Conduct root cause analysis and ensure uptime of equipment across injection moulding and extrusion lines

  • Drive health & safety compliance across facilities and utilities


Minimum Requirements

  • Proven experience in a similar facilities or maintenance management role

  • Expert-level knowledge of electrical panel wiring, PLC/VSD fault-finding, and industrial utilities

  • Background in plastics manufacturing (extrusion and/or injection moulding highly preferred)

  • FMCG manufacturing background will be considered

  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead both operationally and strategically

  • Relevant trade certificate or technical qualification required


Ready to take the lead at one of SA’s top manufacturing facilities?

RPO Recruitment can help you secure your next opportunity.
Send your CV to [email protected] or visit rporecruitment.co.za
You can also connect with Joshua Murphy at [email protected] or on LinkedIn.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 3 days. Otherwise, we’ll keep your details on file for future roles.