Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute strategic maintenance plans to optimize equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Oversee a wide range of mechanical services, including rigging, fabrication, condition monitoring, and project engineering.
• Manage the development and maintenance of comprehensive maintenance standards and procedures.
• Lead project planning and execution, ensuring adherence to Sappi’s project management standards and change management practices.
• Direct and coordinate major and minor shutdowns, minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity.
• Identify and implement reliability improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance.
• Manage third-party contractors, ensuring quality, compliance, and cost-effectiveness.
• Foster a strong safety culture, ensuring adherence to legal regulations and continuous improvement in health, safety, and environmental performance.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Sciences (4 year degree)
• Relevant management qualification (e.g., PMP, MBA)
• 5-8 years of experience in a maintenance leadership role, preferably in the pulp and paper industry
• Government Certificate of Competence (Factories)
• Professional Engineering registration (advantageous)