MAINTENANCE MANAGER - FRUIT COLD STORAGE

Recruiter: Bay Recruit

Job Ref: MAINTENANCE MANAGER ..

Date posted: Friday, September 18, 2026

Location: Port Elizabeth, South Africa

SUMMARY: MAINTENANCE MANAGER - FRUIT COLD STORAGE

POSITION INFO: Introduction We are looking for an experienced, hands-on Maintenance Manager with broad maintenance experience within a large warehouse or cold storage environment. This is ideal for someone who is not afraid to get their hands dirty, troubleshoot problems and keep machinery, equipment and the facility running efficiently. Key Responsibilities MAINTENANCE & REPAIRS Manage day-to-day maintenance of the facility Carry out and oversee general maintenance and repairs Welding and fabrication Basic mechanical maintenance Electrical maintenance Troubleshooting and fault-finding General building and facility repairs Ensure machinery and equipment are properly maintained MAINTENANCE PLANNING Plan and coordinate preventative and corrective maintenance Maintain maintenance schedules Identify maintenance requirements before they become major problems Ensure machinery and equipment remain operational Coordinate repairs and maintenance activities STOCK & INVENTORY CONTROL Manage maintenance-related stock and spares Monitor inventory levels Ensure critical maintenance items are available when required Maintain accurate stock records ADMINISTRATION Maintain accurate maintenance records Keep documentation up to date Organise maintenance activities and priorities Track repairs, equipment and maintenance requirements Requirements Experienced in large warehouse or cold storage maintenance Hands-on and technically capable Strong in welding Experienced with basic mechanical maintenance Experienced with electrical maintenance Able to handle general repairs and troubleshooting Strong in preventative maintenance planning Experienced with stock control and inventory management Highly organised and administratively strong Able to manage multiple maintenance requirements Comfortable working in a demanding operational environment