Leader in the provisioning of grain storage and handling equipment seeks to employ a Technical Manager with sound knowledge of structural and electrical engineering. Based in Honeydew, Johannesburg.

For the position you would be required to have:

• Tech/B. Sc/B. Eng in Mechanical Engineering


• Sound knowledge of structural engineering and steel structures


• Knowledge/experience of Electrical Engineering, project management, sub-contractor management and construction management


• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience


• Staff management experience

Responsibilities would include you to:

• Develop methodologies, policies and procedures to improve the technical aspect of projects, leading to value add to the client and cost savings and efficiencies to the company.


• Develop strategies and policies regarding the appointment, development and retention of installation crews.


• Plan resources required to execute the tasks of the technical department.


• Regularly join technical staff members on trips to customers, monitor and mentor them and provide assistance to them where required.


• Appoint, monitor, guide and assist sub-contractors in the installation of equipment


• Instruct, review and approve technical drawings and designs


• Promote the product- and service offering of the company


• Resolve escalated customer issues and customer complaints regarding technical aspects.


• Continuously assess the technical methods of the company and investigate innovative and improved methods of installation, part design and technical matters.


• Review quotes provided to customers for accuracy and completeness and ensure sufficient provision are made to install the equipment according to company standards.


• Monitor actual expenditure against planned installation cost. Investigate overspent and implement procedures to avoid future additional expenditure.


• Assist with the preparation of budgets, monitor and measure costs against budgets and implement cost saving initiatives in the technical department.


• Keep and maintain all records and documents related to the Business and report regularly


• Comply with the health and safety laws, regulations, standards and procedures of the Company and customers.

Additional Information:

• Salary around R65k/mth + petrol card + cell + excellent performance bonus incentive


• Regular travel inside SA


• 18 days leave

Please apply online or contact Jan van Dyk on 021 – 531 2015 for more information