About the Role

A leading industrial operation is seeking an experienced and hands-on Mechanical Foreman to join their maintenance team in Durban.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong leader with a solid maintenance background and proven experience managing artisans within a demanding production environment.

Key Requirements:

Trade Tested Artisan

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related qualification

8–10 years' relevant maintenance experience

Minimum 5 years' supervisory/management experience

Experience managing teams of 20–30 artisans

Strong preventative and breakdown maintenance experience

Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills

Mining or heavy industrial experience highly advantageous

Valid driver's licence

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise daily maintenance operations

• Drive preventative and breakdown maintenance activities

• Minimise plant downtime and improve equipment reliability

• Coordinate maintenance schedules and resource allocation

• Provide technical support and hands-on assistance where required

• Ensure compliance with safety and operational standards

• Drive maintenance performance and team productivity

• Support fault-finding and implementation of corrective actions

The ideal candidate will be a strong leader with a hands-on approach, capable of operating effectively in a fast-paced industrial environment while maintaining high maintenance standards and team performance.