Title:  Engineering Specialist

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Immediate Superior: [[Marlene Bester]] 
Job Grade: [[09]] 
Location: [[Van Ryn Dsitillery]]
Function: [[Supply Chain]]
Sub Function: [[Manufacturing]]
Type of Contract: [[Permanent]]
Reference Number: [[125493]] 
Closing Date: 05/12/2024

Applications are invited for the above-mentioned position based at the Van Ryn Distillery in Stellenbosch. This position reports to the Distillery Manager:

Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare and control Routine Maintenance, Abnormal Maintenance and CAPEX budgets for Van Ryn
• Effectively manage site maintenance
• Update and maintain maintenance planning schedules
• Supervise contractors on site
• Ensure all contractor safety files are up to date and compliant prior to commencement of work.
• Responsible for all mechanical and electrical repairs to equipment and machinery
• Implement and maintain an effective preventative maintenance programme
• Implement effective housekeeping and safety policies and practices
• Perform stand-by duties when required
• Accept the role of ISO 14001 team member
• Be part of Food Safety team and TACCP team for FSSC 22000
• Actively participate in all relevant TPM activities
• Legally Appointed GMR2 for the site
• Responsible for all administrative tasks related to Maintenance
• Drive Sustainability targets (water and electricity) on site

The successful candidate must have the following qualifications/experience/skills/attributes:

• Qualified trade tested Artisan, preferably Electrical or Millwright
• At least 3 years’ relevant experience in a supervisory capacity within a FMCG manufacturing environment
• Sound project management experience
• PC Literacy (MS Office/SAP)
• Self-starter with the ability to work effectively under pressure
• Good planning and organising skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Willingness to work irregular hours, including stand-by and callouts when required

Sound interpersonal and communication skills

The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. Heineken Beverages (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd) is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates and values inclusion and diversity. You must be fully eligible to live and work in South Africa to apply.