Technical Manager (HVAC) Job Mitchells Plain South Africa,Manufacturing / Production

Location: Mitchells Plain

Position Summary

Key Accountabilities/ Principal Responsibilities

Manage technical maintenance and repairs in area of responsibility

Ensure staff are fully conversant with safety rules and safe operating procedures for maintenance work to be carried out.
Monitor Sub-contractors on-site in order to ensure that they obey Safety Regulations and that their equipment and procedures conform to the clients Standards.
Ensure maintenance work is completed as per schedule, and repairs are executed in line with SLA and conforms to minimum maintenance requirements of the BOQ
Demonstrate understanding of business processes leading to invoicing
To seek out opportunities to improve processes for continuous improvement

Administration

Liaise and organise field work, co-operating closely with the client and other service providers in order to ensure a smooth and cost-effective execution of work.
Co-operate with the client and other service provider in providing all necessary information for detailed field planning of technical (NB air conditioning and electrical) maintenance in order to ensure optimum implementation.
Control for material usage by checking field requisitions and PO details to ensure material ordered is appropriate for the job.
Responsible for the timeous flow of job cards between call centre and technicians
Approval of time sheets, leave forms and any disciplinary source documents as per delegated authority.
Ensure flow of communication between top management and operational staff. Responsible for keeping staff updated

HSE requirements

Conduct toolbox talks with staff and monitor and advise contractor staff on toolbox talks in order to ensure optimum safety with compliance with safety requirements.
Conduct safety visits, mini safety audits on a regular basis and assist with all Risk Assessment Plans in the department in order to ensure compliance with safety Regulations
Maintain regular house-keeping schedule and keep plant and machinery orderly and compliant
Investigate and formally report all incidents, breakdowns, risks and changes to processes.

Client Relationship

Develop and maintain a successful business partnership with the client
Attend all meetings as scheduled.
Ensure service delivery for both maintenance and repairs meets SLA requirements are executed in line with the SLA and conforms to minimum maintenance requirements of the BOQ
Identify value added opportunities and make proposals or presentations to the client
Develop, implement and maintain best practice for client services.

Staff Management

Responsible for the following:
Provision of advice, guidance and technical support to subordinates.
Fostering subordinates' development.
Utilisation of time and punctuality.
Administration of staff and appropriate record keeping.
Ensuring relevant procedures and work instructions are up to date, thereby maintaining a system of internal control.
Ensure effective disciplinary and grievance management in order to maintain a positive working environment and enhance performance.

Accountabilities

For ensuring compliance to company policies and statutory requirements.

It should be noted that, for operational reasons, it may be necessary to perform tasks other than those described herein from time to time.

Prescribed procedures may be amended by management as and when required

Key Skills and Experience

Grade 12
Appropriate Tertiary education: e.g. N6/ S4 /Diploma in HVAC
Min 5-year solid relative work experience on Central Plant Air Conditioning Systems
Min 2-year leadership / supervisory experience in technical environment
Trade Tested
HSEQ: Understanding and knowledge of statutory and the client standards.
Quality: Understanding of quality as an organization wide activity and the philosophy of continuous improvement
Willingness to work extended hours if required

People and Management Skill

Strong leadership skills and a confident decision maker
Combined Tech-Supervisory Skill
Mechanical aptitude and understanding of electrical / mechanical / HVAC principals
Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to handle and control difficult situations
Able to act quickly and calmly in an emergency situation
Good organising and planning skills
Pro-active and initiative
Problem solving skills
Attention to detail
Client service focused
Excellent people management skills
Good communication skills in both verbal and written format
Good negotiating skills

Key result areas

Understand role of reporting to the business and client
Understand all outputs delivered are aligned with business requirements
Understand that feedback is critical to success

Values / Behavioural

Open Communication
Teamwork
Accountability
Respect
Caring

We strive to create an inclusive workplace that values diversity and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, gender, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

Our recruitment process is fair and equitable, focusing on the qualifications, skills and experience that are relevant to each role. We ensure that all candidates are…