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First seen by Alion on Nov 12, 2026.

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Abantu Staffing Solutions is a recruitment agency in South Africa that places staff with client companies in the Eastern Cape. Its vacancies include senior graphic designers, marketing assistants, PLC technicians and machine technicians in East London and Gqeberha. The company is based in South Africa.
Reference: AB000068-BP-1

We are seeking an experienced Engineering professional with strong technical expertise and supervisory experience to oversee maintenance operations and ensure optimal equipment performance within an automotive component manufacturing environment in Gqeberha Duties & Responsibilities REQUIREMENTS
  • Affirmative Action South African citizen
  • National Diploma in Mechanical/ Electrical Engineering
  • 5 years' experience in a maintenance/ engineering/ process environment within manufacturing
  • Minimum 2 years' supervisory experience within a similar role
  • Knowledge of: SCADA computer packages, electrical and Thyristor drives, robotic systems, PLC, AC drives and servo systems, ethernet network systems etc.
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Lead an engineering maintenance team and ensure optimal machine up-time through proactive maintenance within specific lead times to improve production output
  • Ensure that breakdowns are responded to within stipulated time frames to ensure minimal downtime and to maximize plant productivity
  • Conduct root cause analysis to determine root cause of the breakdown and to prevent recurrence
  • Ensure staff are effectively managed and held accountable through performance and disciplinary procedures, and that staff are developed and mentored through the talent management and IDP processes to drive capability in business
  • Propose improvements and alterations to machinery and equipment to ensure quality and production volumes are optimized
  • Drive safety in area of responsibility and ensure 100% compliance with all safety procedures and policies
  • Monitor costs associated with contractors, energy, waste, material, maintenance, spares and reworks to ensure that costs do not exceed budget parameters
  • Ensure effective communication of relevant information to all stakeholders to support effective decision making for the business
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