Key Responsibilities:

• Optimize Equipment: Develop strategies for maximum equipment efficiency.
• Engineering Support: Provide installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting for DCS, QCS, VSD Drives, and hydraulic systems.
• Maintain Electrical Integrity: Oversee our 132kV yard and 11kV power reticulation system.
• Project Management: Manage capital projects in line with Sappi standards.
• Identify Improvements: Justify capital expenditure for new equipment and upgrades.
• Contract Management: Negotiate and ensure compliance with engineering contracts.
• Ensure Safety: Maintain a safe work environment per legal regulations.
• Lead the Team: Develop and align the electrical engineering team with organizational goals.

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Sciences or Engineering (4-year program) or National Higher Diploma in Engineering.
• Government Certificate of Competence (Factories).
• Relevant management qualification; Professional Engineer registration is a plus.
• 8-10 years of relevant experience; Pulp and Paper industry experience is advantageous.