Foreman: Vehicle Garage

Reference Number: PPC250407-3
Job Type: Permanent
Business Unit: Inland BU
Department: Engineering
Site: Slurry
Location: Mahikeng, North West, South Africa
Closing Date: 13 June 2025

Location Note:

PPC Slurry Factory is situated on the R49 between Mahikeng and Zeerust.

Minimum Qualifications

Grade 12 (Matric)
Relevant trade test from an accredited training provider
Diploma or National Certificate in Diesel Plant Fitting
Code 08 Driver’s License
Knowledge and experience in ERP and management systems: EMS, OMS, On Key
Understanding of Performance Management Systems

Minimum Experience

5+ years technical experience in heavy industry or mining
3+ years supervisory experience in a similar environment
Strong knowledge of cement and/or lime quarrying processes and related plant equipment

Key Responsibilities

1. Team & Resource Leadership

Manage the garage team and ensure safe, legal, and efficient operation of plant equipment.
Promote high equipment reliability and availability.

2. Business Intelligence & Root Cause Analysis

Use tools like FMEA, 5 Why, Fishbone to diagnose and address poor maintenance practices.
Communicate findings to support continuous improvement.

3. Functional & Maintenance Planning

Minimize production downtime through resource planning and scheduling.
Collaborate with production teams for shutdowns and maintenance planning.
Approve and prioritize non-urgent reactive workorders.

4. Execution of Maintenance

Ensure cost-effective and timely completion of workorders by artisans and assistants.

5. Operational Control & Reporting

Enforce Operational Best Practices (OBP).
Sign off plant temporary change logs and review intangible time bookings.
Monitor and report on key engineering metrics through regular team sessions and reports.

6. Governance & Risk Management

Ensure compliance with SHE, ISO 9001, legal, and regulatory frameworks.
Participate in and act upon JAP audits, health checks, and ad hoc audits.

7. Inventory & Contractor Management

Monitor and manage critical spare parts and engineering stock to avoid downtime.
Ensure correct specifications and inventory practices.
Oversee and manage contractor work, reconcile labour hours, and authorize payments.

Key Competencies

Strong leadership and problem-solving skills
Technical knowledge of diesel equipment and heavy machinery
Effective communicator with cross-functional collaboration ability
Organized with attention to safety, compliance, and operational efficiency
Proficient in root cause analysis and maintenance planning

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Foreman: Vehicle Garage