We are hiring!

At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.

We’re on the lookout for an experienced Superintendent: Mechanical (Workshop) to effectively manage the maintenance of all equipment within the fitting workshop in order to optimize efficiency.

As a Superintendent: Mechanical (Workshop), you will be responsible for:

• Communicates management objectives, changes, and policies to subordinates in the workshops
• Supervising, coordinating, and coaching subordinates
• Manage mechanical workshop flow chart of equipment
• Monitors monthly budget reports and takes all possible action to remain within the budget
• Control and manage WorkCentre cost and PR’s
• Effectively manage SAP backlog management process
• Works within the framework of the Companies Safe work procedure (SHEQ) policies
• Prioritize and assign all work orders
• Creates/releases work orders on SAP and generates store requisitions, updates BOM ( bill of materials) as required, and generates RFQ’S with the scope of work
• Ensures high standards of workmanship by over-inspecting and following the work progress by workshop QCP
• Manage and carry out final acceptance of repaired equipment
• Conduct and evaluate repair standards
• Manages time and attendance
• Continuously monitors, supports, evaluates, and revises best operating practices, QCP’s, and drawings/diagrams
• Monitors, equipment effectiveness to recommend maintenance upgrades and the replacements of existing equipment to optimise efficiency and availability
• Assists with planning of scheduled maintenance plant shutdowns

What are we looking for?

• NQF4 qualification with a relevant Trade Test Certificate
• Minimum 5 years post trade test experience
• Supervisory experience would be advantageous

What’s in it for you?

• Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence
• Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi
• Opportunities to travel (dependent on the role)
• Market-leading leave benefits
• Employee wellbeing benefits