Company

AssetManager

South Africa FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Senior candidates.

The Brief

“Asset Manager. Skills: Facilities management, Plant equipment maintenance, Troubleshooting, Optimization initiatives. Provide strategic direction. Oversee plant machinery, engineering systems, and utilities”

What You'll Achieve.

efficient operation of facilities; enhance equipment efficiency, reliability, and overall safety; maximize equipment performance, lifecycle value, and operational reliability; minimize equipment downtime, extend asset life, and ensure operational efficiency

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

troubleshooting efforts; failure analysis; problem-solving

Eligibility Requirements

South African or other African applicants, with a valid work permit desirable

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Matric, Degree or National Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Government Certificate of Competency (GCC) for Factories, At least 5–10 years of experience in a plant or maintenance engineering role, at least 5 years at a supervisory position, Experience in working with chillers, boilers, HVAC plant, pumps, etc.

Nice to Have

Experience in the selection, installation, operation, and repair of various building automation systems, Knowledge of building management systems and electrical systems, Knowledge of negative pressure ventilation systems, Knowledge of applicable Mechanical, Electrical and HVAC codes, Knowledge of Duct Construction Standards

What You'll Do.

Provide strategic direction

Oversee plant machinery

Implement preventative maintenance programs

Ensuring compliance with safety regulations

Managing engineering teams

Conducting failure analysis and problem-solving

Developing asset management systems

Communicate and explain complex products

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

collaboration; ubuntu; leadership; innovation; transformation; excellence

Communication Scope

Good verbal and written communication skills in English; Communicate and explain complex products, services, or concepts to internal and external customers or clients in an understandable and effective manner

Full Job Description

**Description:** The Asset Manager serves as a key technical resource within Facilities management unit, providing expert guidance and support to ensure the efficient operation of facilities and associated infrastructure. This role oversees the maintenance and repair of plant equipment, leads troubleshooting efforts, and drives optimization initiatives to enhance equipment efficiency, reliability, and overall safety. **Overview of Duties:** **Brief overview of duties** * Provide strategic direction by interpreting the organization’s objectives, identifying stakeholder requirements, and establishing the purpose of asset management. * This includes guiding the development and implementation of the asset management policy, asset management plan, and strategic infrastructure asset management objectives. * Oversee plant machinery, engineering systems, and utilities to ensure smooth operations, aligning with asset engineering principles to maximize equipment performance, lifecycle value, and operational reliability. Implement preventative maintenance programs in line with asset engineering best practices to minimize equipment downtime, extend asset life, and ensure operational efficiency Ensuring compliance with safety regulations such as the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS Act). * Managing engineering teams, including technicians and general assistants. * Conducting failure analysis and problem-solving to improve plant performance. * Developing asset management systems, design specifications to enhance equipment reliability. * Communicate and explain complex products, services, or concepts to internal and external customers or clients in an understandable and effective manner. **Requirements of the Job** ## **Minimum Qualifications ** * Matric * Degree or National Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. * Government Certificate of Competency (GCC) for Factories. **Minimum Experience** * At least 5–10 years of experience in a plant or maintenance engineer

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