Supervisor (Mechanical)

In brief

**Overview** This document provides an overview of the Supervisor (Mechanical) role at Stefanutti Stocks. The position involves coordinating and overseeing the production, installation, testing, and commissioning of mechanical and piping services primarily at water and wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, and related bulk infrastructure. The role requires close collaboration with engineers, civil, electrical, and instrumentation teams, suppliers, and clients to ensure installations meet specifications, while also managing site coordination, production, and safety. **What you will do** Key responsibilities for this role include: * **Planning and Programming:** Advising on coordination, sequencing, and resourcing of mechanical installations; interpreting and checking drawings for discrepancies; resolving clashes and outstanding information; planning equipment deliveries; and assisting with shutdowns and connections to existing live plants. * **Mechanical Installations:** Supervising the installation of various process equipment (pumps, motors, blowers, mixers, aerators), fabrication and installation of process and bulk pipework in diverse materials, and installation of valves and fittings. This includes coordinating the installation of treatment plant equipment, ensuring correct levelling, grouting, alignment, and supporting of equipment, and coordinating/witnessing testing, commissioning, and performance testing. It also involves ensuring correct receipt, inspection, storage, and protection of mechanical equipment on site. * **Site Administration:** Following company policies and procedures; monitoring subcontractor and supplier progress; preparing daily site diaries and reports; maintaining records of labour, plant, and materials; and reporting variations, delays, and technical queries. * **Quality Assurance:** Implementing and monitoring the Project Quality Plan and inspection and test plans for mechanical works; inspecting workmanship and materials; carrying out snagging; and compiling quality records for handover. * **SHEQ Assurance:** Maintaining site safety standards in line with legislation and company requirements; ensuring safe working conditions and equipment; leading toolbox talks and risk assessments; ensuring permit-to-work systems are followed; managing hazards of working on live water/wastewater sites; and ensuring environmental controls are in place. * **People Leadership:** Leading, motivating, and allocating work to fitters, pipe fitters, welders, riggers, plumbers, and general workers; training and mentoring junior staff; and promoting teamwork, discipline, and accountability. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **Qualifications:** * Completion of N2 or N3 NTC trade theory. * Ideally, a completed and passed trade test (Fitter, Fitter and Turner, Millwright, Boilermaker, or Plumber), as specified in the Manpower Training Act section 28 or 13, or a relevant qualification under the Skills Development Act. * A valid driver’s licence. * *Advantageous:* A National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering. * *Advantageous:* Health and safety training (e.g., SHE Representative, First Aid, Confined Space Entry). * **Experience:** * At least 12 years of related experience in the construction or engineering environment. * At least 8 years supervising mechanical installations at water or wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, or bulk water projects. * Hands-on experience installing, testing, and commissioning pumps, pipework, valves, and process equipment. * Candidates may be required to work outside the Western Cape, but their home base will ideally be in Cape Town. * **Core Competencies:** * **Technical Competencies:** * Mechanical installation: pump and equipment installation, alignment, pipework systems, valves, pressure testing, and commissioning. * Drawing interpretation: reading and interpreting general arrangements, P&IDs, isometrics, and supplier drawings. * Process understanding: a working knowledge of how water and wastewater treatment processes and pump stations work. * Industry knowledge: mechanical and piping materials, plant, tools, and equipment. * Construction knowledge: construction processes and trades, and how civil, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation work fits together. * Site administration: site administration systems, reporting, and construction team coordination. * Compliance: health and safety legislation, relevant SANS standards, and quality management requirements. * **Behavioural Competencies:** * Communication: strong written and spoken English. * Planning and numeracy: good with numbers and strong at planning. * Problem-solving: solves problems effectively and manages conflict well. * Drive for results: a proven track record of driving production and making firm decisions. * Leadership: excellent interpersonal skills and able to delegate effectively. * Safety commitment: leads by example and does not compromise on safety. * Teamwork: computer literate and a team player. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is an experienced Mechanical Supervisor with a minimum of 12 years in construction or engineering, including at least 8 years in a supervisory role focused on mechanical installations within water or wastewater treatment plants or bulk water projects. They should possess a relevant NTC trade qualification (Fitter, Fitter and Turner, Millwright, Boilermaker, or Plumber) and a valid driver’s licence. Key attributes include strong technical proficiency in mechanical installation, drawing interpretation, process understanding, and site administration, alongside proven leadership, communication, planning, problem-solving skills, and an unwavering commitment to safety. Candidates should be results-driven team players, comfortable with working outside the Western Cape if required, though based in Cape Town. **Deadline** 17th October, 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/supervisor-mechanical-stefanutti-stocks Source: myjobmag

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• At least 12 years of experience.

• First aid
• Health and safety (OHS)
• Driver's licence

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