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28 Jan 2026

Permanent PACKAGING MAINTENANCE CONTROLLER – Sab Vacancies

Sab Vacancies – Posted by swipe4job , KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

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Sab Vacancies – PACKAGING MAINTENANCE CONTROLLER

PACKAGING MAINTENANCE CONTROLLER – SAB Vacancies

Dreaming big is at the heart of who we are. It defines our culture, honors our heritage, and drives our future. We are always looking ahead, creating new ways to meet life’s moments and deliver excellence. We seek passionate, curious, and driven individuals and empower them with the resources and opportunities to unlock their full potential. Together, our impact is unstoppable.

The PACKAGING MAINTENANCE CONTROLLER is responsible for coordinating, coaching, and controlling Level One maintenance teams within the production environment. The role provides specialist technical guidance to ensure maximum equipment availability, sustainable maintenance practices, and continuous operational improvement.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Maintenance and Equipment Reliability

  • Ensure packaging machines are maintained at optimal efficiency and availability
  • Drive sustainable and effective breakdown repairs to prevent re-occurrence
  • Lead the resolution of major downtime events with a focus on root cause and loop closure
  • Manage maintenance activities during planned maintenance days
  • Oversee a team of artisans to ensure consistent equipment reliability

Technical Support and Problem Solving

  • Provide specialist technical support to maintenance teams
  • Apply structured problem-solving methods to resolve operational issues
  • Participate as a functional expert in PDCA, ITF, and related improvement initiatives
  • Escalate complex issues to Maintenance Planners or Engineers when required

People Leadership and Development

  • Coach, develop, and manage performance of maintenance team members
  • Set and monitor team goals and provide individual coaching where needed
  • Delegate tasks effectively and empower team members to deliver high standards
  • Assess and support the development of potential candidates

Continuous Improvement and Audits

  • Lead and support continuous improvement projects
  • Conduct regular maintenance audits and implement corrective actions
  • Promote best practices aligned with VPO Maintenance and Management principles

Safety, Housekeeping, and Compliance

  • Ensure a safe working environment and enforce safe work practices at all times
  • Identify and address unsafe conditions and behaviors
  • Ensure compliance with SAB policies, procedures, and work instructions
  • Apply housekeeping and 5S principles consistently during all maintenance activities

Minimum Requirements

  • National Diploma or N6 qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Control and Automation
  • Qualified Millwright, Mechanical, or Fitter Trade
  • Minimum of four years’ FMCG maintenance experience, preferably with supervisory exposure
  • Strong mechanical knowledge with solid understanding of electrical and instrumentation systems
  • PC literacy, including Microsoft Office and SAP
  • Knowledge of VPO Maintenance and Management Pillars is advantageous
  • Demonstrated understanding of VPO Safety Pillar standards and procedures

Additional Information

  • Band: VII

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