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Maintenance Manager at AVI Limited
AVI Limited
September 18, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Job Description
Step Into a Role That Makes an Impact! We're seeking a Maintenance Manager to drive success NBL Durban Tea in Durban, KwaZulu Natal. This role is designed to oversee and manage all maintenance and related activities to ensure optimal levels of plant and equipment availability, efficiency and ensuring equipment standards are maintained.
The role also encompasses the management and coordination of statutory and other legislative requirements with regards to the safety of machinery in the workplace.
Reporting Structure:
Reports to: Engineering Manager
Direct Reports: 2
Key Areas of Impact:
Analysis of breakdowns, with recommendations to reduce downtime
General administrative activities associated with a leadership position
Management of Departmental costs in line with the budget
Provide technical advice to the team as required - breakdowns, and continuous improvements.
Support the implementation of the Quality Management System
Compliant with the legislation of OHS Act - fulfil GMR 2 (7) appointment
Adherence to Food safety requirements and AIB principles to be upheld
Drive safety culture in the department & site - Housekeeping, PTW, LOTO, SOPs.
Management and development of staff
Review and improvement of existing maintenance practices
Implementation of condition monitoring activities
Reporting
Work Planning and Control
Custodian of equipment, infrastructure and building maintenance.
Utility performance and reliability.
Contractor, OEM and spares management.
Financial & systems governance.
Statutory & regulatory compliance.
Delivery of engineering and site KPIs, including OEE, engineering availability and maintenance work order compliance.
What It Takes to Succeed:
Experience that set you up for success:
5 years' experience with Maintenance Engineering background
5 years' experience at a senior supervisory or management level
Operation and maintenance of packing machines preferably Cartoners, Case Packers, FFS (Form, Fill and Seal), Seaming, Shrink Wrap and Flow-wrap machines
Implementation of Asset Care
Maintenance Planning exposure
Knowledge of CMMS systems, planning, and master data governance.
Knowledge of RCM, RCA and FI tools.
Understanding of utilities and energy systems.
Qualifications & Certifications that will contribute to your success:
Completed tertiary qualification (NDip; BTech; BEng) in Mechanical Engineering
Eligibility to write GCC (Completed GCC will be an advantage)
Additional Requirements that will enhance your impact for success:
Competency in Computerized Maintenance Management System (Shopware, Pragma, SAP, etc.).
MS Office package knowledge especially Projects is essential.
Strong analytical thinking
Excellent problem-solving skills
Plant Maintenance
Closing Date 18 September 2026
Step Into a Role That Makes an Impact! We're seeking a Maintenance Manager to drive success NBL Durban Tea in Durban, KwaZulu Natal. This role is designed to oversee and manage all maintenance and related activities to ensure optimal levels of plant and equipment availability, efficiency and ensuring equipment standards are maintained.
The role also encompasses the management and coordination of statutory and other legislative requirements with regards to the safety of machinery in the workplace.
Reporting Structure:
Reports to: Engineering Manager
Direct Reports: 2
Key Areas of Impact:
Analysis of breakdowns, with recommendations to reduce downtime
General administrative activities associated with a leadership position
Management of Departmental costs in line with the budget
Provide technical advice to the team as required - breakdowns, and continuous improvements.
Support the implementation of the Quality Management System
Compliant with the legislation of OHS Act - fulfil GMR 2 (7) appointment
Adherence to Food safety requirements and AIB principles to be upheld
Drive safety culture in the department & site - Housekeeping, PTW, LOTO, SOPs.
Management and development of staff
Review and improvement of existing maintenance practices
Implementation of condition monitoring activities
Reporting
Work Planning and Control
Custodian of equipment, infrastructure and building maintenance.
Utility performance and reliability.
Contractor, OEM and spares management.
Financial & systems governance.
Statutory & regulatory compliance.
Delivery of engineering and site KPIs, including OEE, engineering availability and maintenance work order compliance.
What It Takes to Succeed:
Experience that set you up for success:
5 years' experience with Maintenance Engineering background
5 years' experience at a senior supervisory or management level
Operation and maintenance of packing machines preferably Cartoners, Case Packers, FFS (Form, Fill and Seal), Seaming, Shrink Wrap and Flow-wrap machines
Implementation of Asset Care
Maintenance Planning exposure
Knowledge of CMMS systems, planning, and master data governance.
Knowledge of RCM, RCA and FI tools.
Understanding of utilities and energy systems.
Qualifications & Certifications that will contribute to your success:
Completed tertiary qualification (NDip; BTech; BEng) in Mechanical Engineering
Eligibility to write GCC (Completed GCC will be an advantage)
Additional Requirements that will enhance your impact for success:
Competency in Computerized Maintenance Management System (Shopware, Pragma, SAP, etc.).
MS Office package knowledge especially Projects is essential.
Strong analytical thinking
Excellent problem-solving skills
Plant Maintenance
Closing Date 18 September 2026