Job Description

Sab Vacancies – PACKAGING MAINTENANCE CONTROLLER

Packaging Maintenance Controller – SAB Vacancies

Job Purpose
The Packaging Maintenance Controller is responsible for ensuring packaging machinery operates at optimal efficiency, leading a team of artisans to maintain equipment reliability, resolve breakdowns, and implement continuous improvement initiatives while promoting a safe and productive work environment.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Maintain machinery to achieve optimal operational efficiency
• Ensure breakdowns are repaired effectively and sustainably
• Enforce and maintain a safe work environment
• Lead and manage continuous improvement projects
• Provide technical support and guidance to the team
• Conduct regular audits and implement corrective improvement actions
• Manage personal development and performance; lead by example
• Set, monitor, and review team goals while providing individual coaching
• Delegate work activities and empower team members to deliver high-quality results
• Assess and develop team members’ skills and capabilities
• Solve major downtime events and recurring breakdowns, ensuring loop closure
• Manage daily maintenance activities and team schedules
• Apply structured problem-solving techniques (PDCA, ITF) to resolve issues and escalate as required
• Assist colleagues in resolving technical problems when needed

Housekeeping and Safety

• Operate safely at all times and highlight unsafe practices for correction
• Follow work instructions and adhere to SAB policies and procedures
• Maintain cleanliness and organization, applying 5S principles during daily tasks

Minimum Requirements

• National Diploma or N6 in Mechanical, Electrical, or Control & Automation
• Millwright, Mechanical, or Fitter Trade qualification
• Minimum of 4 years’ FMCG maintenance experience, including supervisory or management exposure
• Strong mechanical knowledge with an in-depth understanding of electrical and instrumentation systems
• PC literate, proficient in Microsoft Office and SAP
• Knowledge of VPO Maintenance and Management Pillars advantageous
• Understanding of VPO Safety Pillar, policies, and procedures

Additional Information

• Band: VII

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