Artisan (Civil) - Kzn199 Deverton Perm

Astral Operations Ltd is an integrated Southern African poultry processing business, of which National Chicks is a subsidiary. An Artisan (Civil) is required for our farms in KwaZulu Natal. The ideal candidate would be responsible for: The servicing, repairs, projects and maintenance of all farm equipment. Attending to breakdowns. Coordinating tasks for the farms maintenance team. Managing strict bio-security protocols. Managing and control of Health and Safety requirements and laws within the Maintenance department. Implementing and maintaining 20 Keys which includes staff discipline Maintenance planning and assist with projects. Team supervision (manage a team, scheduling, assigning tasks and provide training Facility upkeep. Problem solving to minimize disruptions to the farming operations. Inventory management. Compliance, inspections and record keeping. Budget management. The successful candidate must meet the following requirements: Must have the relevant building / plumbing & carpentry experience. Trade tested. Minimum of 5 years post qualification experience. Passionate, self-motivated and performance driven. A team player with the ability to manage staff. Must be pro-active and be able to work accurately and independently. Be prepared to work outside of normal working hours. Must have a valid drivers license and own reliable transport. Must be prepared to work standby and attend to call outs after hours and weekends. Required to oversee the upkeep and functionality of equipment and facilities related to poultry breeding and to ensure the smooth and effective operation of the poultry breeding facilities, contributing to the overall efficiency and productivity of the breeding process.