Head Mechanic (Furniture Manufacturing) - Coricraft

About the role

TFG is hiring a Head Mechanic (Furniture Manufacturing), based in Western Cape. Prepare maintenance reports and communicate performance updates to management Relevant Mechanical, Industrial Maintenance, Electrical, or Sewing Machine Repair qualification

Responsibilities

• Behaviours
• Strong leadership and people management capability
• Ability to work under pressure and respond with urgency to production breakdowns and priorities
• Results-driven with a high level of accountability and ownership.
• Detail-oriented, diligent, and quality-focused
• Proactive and continuous improvement mindset
• Team player with the ability to build effective cross-functional relationships
• Strong commitment to health, safety, and operational excellence
• Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act

Requirements

• Experience
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a manufacturing maintenance environment
• Experience within a furniture manufacturing environment is desirable and advantageous
• Experience maintaining CNC machines, sewing machines, upholstery equipment, and production machinery
• Proven experience managing a maintenance workshop, maintenance budgets, and critical spare parts inventory
• Strong technical troubleshooting, fault-finding, and preventative maintenance experience
• Experience in production line set-up, line changes, and supporting production requirements
• Skills
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes within the furniture, upholstery, textile, or related industries.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and reporting.
• Strong planning, organising, budgeting, and resource management skills
• Excellent technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills
• Strong planning, organising, and decision-making abilities
• Ability to influence, coach, and develop team members.
• Strong commercial awareness with a focus on cost control and operational efficiency