This person will be responsible for providing both technical and administrative support to the General Manager. This role involves managing technical tasks, coordinating projects, scheduling meetings, and handling day-to-day administrative duties to ensure effective and efficient operation of engineering, process-related activities, and general assistance.
Key Responsibilities: - Manage technical tasks and assist engineers and the maintenance department with process and technical research, design, and development.
- Gather data and perform basic analysis to support production processes and engineering projects.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Identify and solve technical and process-related issues or problems in engineering projects.
- Contribute to the design and development of new or advanced products, systems, or technologies.
- Conduct tests and experiments to validate process designs or modifications.
- Identify areas for improvement in engineering processes and propose solutions.
- Assist in the implementation of new systems or software to enhance productivity.
- Maintain detailed records of work processes, changes, and outcomes.
- Coordinate and manage the schedule of the General Manager, including arranging meetings, appointments, and travel.
- Draft and manage emails, letters, and other forms of communication on behalf of the GM.
- Prepare agendas, presentations, and other materials for meetings.
- Attend meetings, take minutes, and follow up on action items to ensure completion.
- Organise and maintain digital and physical engineering records, including project files, reports, blueprints, specifications, and diagrams.
- Monitor project progress and track tasks to keep projects on schedule.
- Assist in coordinating resources such as equipment, tools, and materials for projects.
- Serve as the liaison between the engineering/maintenance team and other departments or external stakeholders.
- Monitor and manage inventory of technical supplies and equipment for projects.
- Order and purchase necessary equipment and materials as directed/required for projects.
- Ensure and enforce that aspects in the area of responsibility conform to health and safety requirements.
- Maintain housekeeping standards in the area of responsibility (e.g., cleanliness of assigned machines and areas).
- Work safely and report on safety hazards or issues.
- Report any accidents, incidents, and near misses.
- Apply the companys quality principles and standards.
- Maintain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
- Apply site-specific food safety principles and standards.
- Report any food safety hazards or issues to your supervisor/manager.
- Comply with and maintain all GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) in relation to the companys Food Safety Management System (FSMS).
- Perform a realistic assessment of your strengths and development areas, taking actions to address weaknesses.
- Keep abreast of innovations and technical improvements for further self-development and the development of the company.
- Teamwork and co-operation.
- Self-management.
- Leadership and interpersonal relationships.
- Ensure the team knows what to do and where to find information if you are not available.
- Apply the companys principles and standards.
- Set an example and be a role model for your team and others in the way you work and behave.
- Perform other tasks as required by management based on operational requirements.
Minimum Requirements: - Education: Grade 12 with a Bachelors Degree mechanical engineering or related technical field.
- Experience: 2 - 5 years relevant setting experience
- Technical Knowledge:
- Sound understanding of drawings.
- Fundamentals of fault finding and equipment testing.
- Sound knowledge of H&S and safe working procedures.
- Technical knowledge of processes, including equipment, raw materials, moulds, downstream equipment, and running in the department.
- Relevant quality system and certification as required.
- Administration skills.
- Problem-solving and fault-finding skills.
- Installation of parts and related equipment.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to act decisively and urgently.
- High level of emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills.
- Project management.
- Software proficiency.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to make business-aligned judgment decisions at an operational level while maintaining maintenance standards and procedures in line with defined authority and instructions.
- Responsible for all activities linked to the position as defined.
- Ensure escalation to the appropriate level of authority.
- Ensure transparent, responsive, and open communication between colleagues.
How to Apply: Submit the following documents in
one PDF :
- Detailed CV
- Cover letter outlining your suitability for the role
- Copies of relevant qualifications
Incomplete submissions will not be considered.
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