Engineering Manager at The Tiger Brands, Apply now!

Job Details

📍 Location: Hennenman, Free State, South Africa
🏢 Company: Tiger Brands
💼Job Title: Engineering Manager
⏳ Closing Date: 15 April 2026
🆔 Job Requisition ID: JR001978
💰 Salary: Market-related
🌐 Industry: FMCG / Manufacturing / Engineering
📌 Employment Type: Full-Time (Onsite)

Company Overview

Tiger Brands is one of South Africa’s leading manufacturers of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), with a strong portfolio of trusted food and beverage brands. The company is committed to delivering quality products while driving innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability across its operations.

Tiger Brands operates multiple manufacturing facilities nationwide, focusing on efficiency, safety, and continuous improvement.

Company Address: Tiger Brands Milling Division, Hennenman Plant, Hennenman, Free State, 9445, South Africa

Job Overview

Tiger Brands is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to oversee maintenance operations and asset performance at its Hennenman manufacturing facility.

This role is responsible for ensuring optimal plant efficiency, managing engineering teams, overseeing capital projects, and maintaining compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving operational excellence and continuous improvement within the plant.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement asset management strategies
• Conduct plant inspections, audits, and performance reporting
• Manage maintenance budgets, expenditure, and cost control
• Oversee procurement, supplier management, and inventory control
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance and tender processes
• Implement and maintain health, safety, and environmental standards
• Lead risk assessments and ensure adherence to OHSA regulations
• Manage engineering teams, training, and succession planning
• Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency initiatives
• Oversee capital projects, maintenance shutdowns, and installations
• Monitor maintenance systems and improve planning and scheduling
• Liaise with stakeholders to ensure integrated decision-making

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering
• Government Certificate of Competency (GCC – Factories)
• Professional Engineer certification (Pr Eng or equivalent)

Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar engineering environment
• At least 2 years’ experience as a GCC Factory Engineer

Skills

• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Advanced asset and maintenance management expertise
• Financial management and budgeting skills
• Knowledge of OHSA Act 85/1993 and machinery regulations
• Project management and capital project execution
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence

CV Tips

• Highlight your GCC certification and engineering qualifications clearly
• Include plant maintenance and asset management experience
• Showcase leadership roles and team management achievements
• Provide examples of cost savings, efficiency improvements, or projects delivered
• Mention compliance experience with OHSA and safety standards
• Keep your CV structured and focused (2–3 pages for senior roles)

Benefits of Joining the Company

• Work with a leading FMCG manufacturer in South Africa
• Opportunity to lead engineering operations at plant level
• Exposure to large-scale manufacturing and maintenance systems
• Career growth and leadership development opportunities
• Collaborative and performance-driven work environment

Company Policy

Tiger Brands is committed to employment equity and transformation. Preference may be given to candidates from under-represented designated groups in line with the company’s Employment Equity Plan.

The company adheres to strict health and safety regulations and promotes a safe and compliant working environment.

All recruitment processes are conducted in line with applicable South African labour laws and data protection regulations.