Head: Reactor Maintenance ( Hay Level 18/D3) Internal and External

Job Purpose

Manages the Reactor Maintenance (RM) group to ensure efficient IT, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation maintenance at the SAFARI-1 research reactor in line with maintenance programs. Provide training for RM team to assist in ageing management Programme through continuous upgrades.

Key Performance Areas

Job Requirements

• Develop, implement and maintain a maintenance schedule for all systems to ensure regular upkeep and prevent unplanned downtime.
• Coordinate and prioritise scheduled maintenance, breakdown maintenance, and emergency repairs to minimise production downtime.
• Ensure that maintenance work is performed in compliance with safety regulations and operational procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory, environmental, and safety standards.
• Regularly review and update maintenance programs and documentation to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Promote and ensure adherence to safety standards and procedures.
• Lead and manage a multidisciplinary maintenance team of approximately 20 personnel, including electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, and IT services staff, ensuring adherence to company policies, safety standards, and operational procedures.
• Coordinate maintenance activities to ensure optimal system performance, minimal downtime, and compliance with statutory certifications for all team members.
• Assess training needs, facilitate technical and statutory training programs, and provide coaching to promote continuous professional development.
• Maintain and update records of maintenance activities, including work orders, schedules, reports, and proper documentation of procedures, equipment specifications, and safety protocols.
• Monitor and report on maintenance performance, system reliability, and costs, while identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce operational costs.
• Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies and industry trends to improve system reliability and align maintenance activities with broader business goals.
• Oversee the maintenance budget, ensuring that financial resources are allocated effectively to meet operational requirements.
• Control and monitor the procurement of tools, spares, and equipment for all maintenance activities.
• Ensure cost-effective operations by optimizing resource utilization and reducing unnecessary expenditures.

Key Knowledge & Skills:

• Focused on identifying inefficiencies, implementing changes, and improving operational processes systematically.
• Managing cross-functional teams and fostering collaboration require leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to ensure cohesive teamwork
• Innovating and implementing cost-effective solutions involves analytical thinking, creativity, and decision-making abilities to tackle challenges efficiently.
• Ensuring systems operate efficiently and minimizing downtime requires strong planning, organizational, and technical skills.
• Knowledge and enforcement of safety, operational, and regulatory standards demonstrate a focus on compliance, risk management, and attention to detail.
• Work effectively with individuals, teams, or organizations from different countries and cultures to achieve common goals.

Behavioural Competencies

• Project management skills.
• Planning and documentation skills.
• Budgeting.
• Organizing skills.
• Personnel management skills.
• Communication skills.
• Professional attitude.
• High integrity and consequent.
• Mentally alert.
• Dedicated.
• Customer Orientation.
• Time Management.
• Stress Management.
• Adaptability.

Minimum Qualifications

• BEng Electrical, Mechanical, Instrumentation /Electronics Engineering NQF Level 8
• An NQF level 5 in leadership/management qualification
• Professional Registration with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) (Pr Eng)
• Government Certificate of competence (GCC) is an advantage
• Qualification in Engineering Technology/ operations management is an advantage

Minimum Experience

• 8 years of experience in engineering maintenance environment and 3 years of experience in the management of an engineering maintenance team.

Closing date: 10 July 2026

CONTACT PERSON

Ms. Brenda Berries

Tel: 012 305 3099

Building: H Building

Room: 318

Please apply online https://necsa.mcidirecthire.com/External/CurrentOpportunities before the closing date

Important: Necsa Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to the principles of the Employment Equity Act. In filling this position, preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups, in line with the organisation’s Employment Equity objectives.

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