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Electrical / Instrumentation Team Leader

Job ID: 40924  |  Location: Richards Bay, Kwazulu-Natalﾠ, South Africa

 

Clariant is a globally leading specialty chemicals company committed to creating value through innovation and sustainability. We are seeking an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation Team Leader to join our BU Catalysis and Energy team, where you will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability and optimal performance of our electrical and instrumentation systems. This position offers the opportunity to drive operational excellence while fostering a culture of safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement. 

 

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a team of electrical and instrumentation artisans, providing mentorship, performance management, and training opportunities to build technical capabilities
  • Supervise and optimize all electrical and instrumentation maintenance activities across the site, ensuring maximum equipment availability and plant reliability
  • Manage and control the maintenance budget, ensuring cost-effective operations while maintaining quality standards
  • Plan and execute scheduled maintenance shutdowns, coordinating resources and activities to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency
  • Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 18001, and ISO 14001 standards, maintaining all quality, safety, and environmental requirements
  • Drive safety excellence by adhering to all PPE requirements, conducting planned job observations, investigating non-conformances, and promoting a zero-incident culture
  • Conduct failure investigations and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence, continuously improving equipment reliability and performance
  • Coordinate work order management in SAP, ensuring proper planning, execution, feedback capture, and documentation of all maintenance activities
  • Manage contractor relationships and oversee external service providers to ensure quality work delivery and compliance with site standards
  • Oversee calibration programs for measurement and instrumentation equipment, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance
  • Contribute to cross-functional collaboration by participating in planning and production meetings, aligning maintenance strategies with operational goals
  • Maintain housekeeping excellence through 5S methodologies, creating a safe, organized, and efficient work environment

 

Requirements

  • N6 Electrical qualification with valid Trade Test Certificate (essential requirement)
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical and instrumentation maintenance within a heavy industry or chemical manufacturing environment
  • Proven leadership experience managing technical teams and delivering results through people development and accountability
  • Strong technical expertise in electrical systems, instrumentation, control systems, and maintenance management principles
  • Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, and SAP maintenance management systems
  • Electrical Installation Practitioner Certificate (advantageous)
  • MV Switching Certificate and Certified Industrial Gas Practitioner credentials (advantageous)
  • Demonstrated commitment to safety, with thorough knowledge of chemical plant safety protocols and risk management
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across functions and influence stakeholders at all levels

 

Our Offer

  • Impactful leadership role, directly contributing to operational excellence
  • Career development opportunities within a global specialty chemicals leader, with access to continuous learning, technical training, and advancement pathways
  • Collaborative and innovative culture where your ideas are valued, and you'll work alongside passionate professionals committed to excellence
  • Commitment to sustainability and responsibility, working for a company that prioritizes environmental stewardship and ethical business practices

 

Your Contact

Rodrigo Wintersteller
Talent Acquisition Partner EMEA
+49 69 305 805 82 

 

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Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company, which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals, Catalysts and Adsorbents & Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline "Greater chemistry - between people and planet", which considers the principles of customer, innovation and people orientation, as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.


At Clariant, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to our success. We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives, experiences, and capabilities that drive innovation. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization, based on objective criteria and regardless of gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, protected veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws. By bringing together talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, we gain the agility to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and communities. Join our team to help advance our mission of fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. 

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