Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager R1.5m (Neg) plus bonus Cape Town Superb career opportunity with largest division of JSE listed FMCG Group.
Reporting to the Manufacturing Executive you will be responsible for ensuring the optimal functioning of the Technical department to support the entire plant.
Key Responsibilities: Provide support to production to ensure processes are safe, consistent, effective and efficient.Ensure that equipment meet the capacity and quality demands required by production.Effective equipment measurement and documentation of problems and root cause analysis.Responsible to design modifications, new equipment.System developmentEnsure machine capabilities are documented with action plans for improvement and implementation demonstrated.Implement site planned maintenance, development procedures and standards in accordance with legislative requirements and internal policy and proceduresManage costs and budget for the site Identify and initiate plant capital expenditure in line with company policies and proceduresPlan, schedule and control project implementation for costs, timelines, quality and adherence to standards and EHS requirementsEvaluate and select service providers for site development services with emphasis on furthering the company's objectives regarding BEEMonitor cost of projects and ensure continuous implementation of programmes for cost reductions.Qualifications and Experience: BSc or BTech Degree in Mechanical or Electrical EngineeringGCC (Government certificate of competency) 5 to 10 years' experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally food processingStrong leadership skills