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 a Mechanical Foreman (Pulp) to coordinate mechanical maintenance program(s) and related activities; supervising assigned skilled trades people; implementing and maintaining mechanical maintenance services within established guidelines and standards; and performing skilled mechanical maintenance as needed.

As a Mechanical Foreman (Pulp), you will be responsible to:

• Assesses equipment, materials and labour needed to complete large and/or complex maintenance tasks for the purpose of ensuring that maintenance activities meet district standards and resolve defined issue(s) while reducing wasted resources.
• Collaborates with others (e.g. contractors, vendors, etc.) for the purpose of implementing and maintaining services and/or programs.
• Coordinates the services and activities of outside contractors as assigned for the purpose of ensuring that contracted work is completed in a safe, effective and timely manner that it meets Mill’s standards and objectives.
• Directs assigned maintenance staff in resolving complex and/or difficult maintenance issues for the purpose of ensuring that Mill sections are maintained in a safe and effective working/learning environment.
• Maintains a variety of manual and electronic files and/or records for the purpose of providing up-to-date reference and complying with regulatory requirements and established guidelines.
• Maintains assigned tools, equipment and vehicle(s) for the purpose of ensuring their availability as needed to meet assigned maintenance objectives.
• Performs a wide variety of skilled (and sometimes complex) maintenance activities for the purpose of ensuring that maintenance issues are resolved and projects are completed in a safe, effective and timely manner.
• Prepares a variety of program-mandated documents and reports for the purpose of documenting activities and complying with Mill and/or legal requirements.
• Prioritizes and assigns mechanical related work orders to skilled maintenance staff for the purpose of ensuring that section are maintained in a safe working / learning environment and meeting guidelines within the approved budget.
• Required to work standby and overtime as required.
• Assist in the feasibility studies for modification at proposal stages.
• Assists in the personnel management of department employees (e.g. selection of new hires, promotions, terminations, transfers, supervising, disciplining, training, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining staffing needs and productivity of the work force.
• Assists in the selection of maintenance staff for the purpose of conveying information; and ensuring that maintenance employees gain and maintain a thorough understanding of safety regulations and providing guidance on department policies/procedures.
• Assess staff against Position Profile & coaches/mentors team members.
• Ensures on-the-job and off-the-job training activities.
• Monitors and adjusts employee role and responsibility.
• Evaluates and directs performance of team and team members against goals and standards of conduct to ensure maximum performance.

What are we looking for?

Relevant Qualifications & Experience

• Full N3
• Mechanical Trade test Certificate Minimum Experience
• Minimum 3 years’ plant operations experience.
• 2 years’ Supervisory experience would be advantageous
• Computer Literate (MS Office Package)
• SAP knowledge will 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