Company: PepsiCo South Africa
Location: Aeroton Bakery, Johannesburg, Gauteng
Contract Type: Permanent
Industry: FMCG / Food & Beverage / Supply Chain & Engineering
Experience Level: Mid-Senior Management
Functional Area: Maintenance / Engineering / Plant Operations
Closing Date: Not specified (Apply Now)
About PepsiCo
PepsiCo is one of the world’s leading food and beverage companies, with a global presence in over 200 countries and territories. Its brands — including Lay’s, Doritos, Quaker, Pepsi, and Gatorade — are enjoyed more than one billion times every day. In South Africa, PepsiCo’s portfolio also includes trusted local names such as Simba, Liqui Fruit, Bokomo, and Blue Ribbon Bakeries.
With more than 13,000 employees across South Africa, PepsiCo continues to drive growth through innovation, sustainability, and consumer-focused strategies, guided by its global transformation program, PepsiCo Positive.
Role Overview
The Maintenance Manager II – Aeroton Bakery will lead all aspects of maintenance, engineering, and plant safety operations at the Johannesburg facility. The role ensures the safe and efficient operation of bakery equipment and infrastructure, compliance with statutory regulations, and execution of proactive maintenance strategies to maximize productivity and minimize downtime.
This is a critical management role for candidates with a strong background in engineering, project management, and team leadership within a fast-paced FMCG environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop, implement, and oversee a comprehensive maintenance program for the bakery.
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Plan and effect preventative and corrective maintenance schedules to reduce downtime.
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Supervise major repairs and equipment upgrades, ensuring minimal disruption to production.
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Lead the maintenance team by driving communication, coaching, and performance management.
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Manage and control the maintenance budget, consumables, and spare parts inventory.
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Conduct accurate Root Cause Analysis (RCA) on major breakdowns and implement corrective measures.
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Drive asset productivity through agreed KPIs, efficiency measures, and best practices.
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Ensure health, safety, and statutory compliance across all plant operations.
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Coordinate maintenance activities with other departments for optimal efficiency.
Qualifications and Experience
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B.Tech / B.Sc in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical).
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Trade Test Certificate with 3–5 years’ post-qualification experience.
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At least 6 years’ experience in a maintenance environment.
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3+ years’ project management experience with proven ability to lead technical projects.
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3–4 years’ management experience in a production or FMCG environment.
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Strong expertise in mechanical and electrical fault finding.
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Proven leadership and people management skills.
Skills and Competencies
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Maintenance planning and execution.
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Strong mechanical and electrical technical knowledge.
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Budget management and cost control.
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Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and continuous improvement.
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Health & Safety compliance management.
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Project management and cross-functional coordination.
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Leadership, coaching, and team development.
Why Join PepsiCo
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Be part of a global FMCG leader with trusted local and international brands.
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Lead maintenance and engineering operations in a fast-paced, world-class bakery facility.
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Contribute to PepsiCo’s sustainability and innovation-driven mission.
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Enjoy opportunities for career growth, professional development, and cross-functional collaboration.
How to Apply
Apply directly via the PepsiCo Careers Portal:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear back within four weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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