Farms Maintenance Manager

Role Overview Goldi, one of South Africa's leading integrated poultry producers within the Astral Group, is seeking a highly skilled Farms Maintenance Manager, to lead the day-to-day operations of the Standerton Maintenance Department, while leading the team to achieve operational excellence, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement in line with Astral standards.

Role Responsibilities

• Maintaining and execution of planned maintenance systems;
• Project management of all new installations, equipment and upgrading’s;
• Managing of vehicle fleet in the department;
• Stock and cost management of maintenance store;
• Risk management;
• OSHACT management of department;
• Compilation and management of yearly budgets for the department;
• Manage, train and motivation of personnel;
• Manage contractors;
• Daily farm visits to inspect buildings and to assure quality of maintenance standards.

Required Qualification And Knowledge

• Minimum N3 qualification;
• Be in possession of a trade certificate as an Electrician or Millwright;
• Have at least 3 to 5 years relevant experience as an Artisan Foreman;
• Must be prepared to work standby;
• Must be computer literate;
• It is essential that the candidate have good administrative and communication skills;
• A valid code 08 drivers license is essential;
• Exceptional managerial competencies and excellent people skills;
• It is essential that the candidate have a passion for implementing the 20 Keys workplace improvement programme.

What We Offer

• A competitive, market-related salary package
• Opportunity to work within the Astral Group anywhere within South Africa if positions arise
• Growing career opportunity within the company and also within the whole Astral Group as the biggest poultry company in South Africa
• Learning and development opportunities