Foreman

Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the construction, mining, forestry, forklift, and industrial machinery markets, maximizing value for customers through innovative solutions. With a diverse line of products supported by our advanced IoT technologies, regional distribution channels, and a global service network, we tap into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimizing performance. Komatsu supports a myriad of markets, including housing, infrastructure, water, pipeline, minerals, automobile, aerospace, electronics and medical, through its many brands and subsidiaries, including TimberPro, Joy, P&H, Montabert, Modular Mining Systems, Hensley Industries, NTC, and Gigaphoton.

The position will be based in Wadeville, and the incumbent will report to the BU Manager.

• Responsible for ensuring the continuous availability of all consumable materials and equipment in order to facilitate the smooth flow of work and to avoid production delays;
• Implement, enforce, and maintain the Companys EHS policies and procedures;
• Implement, enforce, and maintain the Companys Quality policies and procedures;
• Provides inputs into the annual budgeting process in line with the objectives of the department and managing the budget;
• Responsible for ensuring that all staff are given opportunities for training and development in accordance with work requirements including on job coaching;
• Responsible to control overtime, time and attendance and time keeping;
• Responsible for ensuring that all staff undergo statutory, legal, safety compliance training;
• Responsible for ensuring that a sound ER climate prevails in work areas by applying knowledge to ensure that appropriate procedures and mechanisms are in place to resolve ER issues such as grievances and disciplinary cases;
• To ensure safety of all employees under Foremans supervision;
• To make sure that all components are manufactured according to Komatsu engineering drawing;
• To make sure that delivery dates that have been communicated to internal/external customers are met.

• Must have Matric/Grade 12;
• Trade Test Qualification Red Seal: preferably Electrical or Millwright;
• Must have an N5/N6 Engineering qualification;
• Degree/Diploma in Operations Management/Engineering will be an added advantage;
• At least 3 - 5 years experience preferably in a manufacturing/mining engineering environment;
• Must be able to read electrical schematic and wiring drawings to determine operations, required material, and time frames for projects;
• Communication skills are essential to work with team members;
• Valid Flameproof Certificate advantageous;
• Must have own reliable transport;
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams).

• Ability to create an environment that inspires team members to generate novel solutions with measurable value for the business;
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and projects simultaneously with the ability to adapt to the changing needs of the business; and
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as ability to work independently and self-directed.

Please visit our career website, from the internet. Applicants whose skills, competencies, and experience best match the above requirements will be invited for an interview.

Closing Date: 31 March 2025