Phoenix Marine Manufacturing is seeking an experienced, hands-on and results-driven Head of Sub Assembly to lead our Sub Assembly Division, comprising of Carpentry, Joinery, Corian, Upholstery and Spray Painting. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader with a passion for manufacturing excellence, quality, continuous improvement and team development within the marine industry. If you are passionate about manufacturing excellence and want to play a key leadership role in building world-class catamarans, we invite you to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the Sub Assembly Division, including Carpentry, Joinery, Corian, Upholstery and Spray Painting, ensuring all departments achieve production, quality and safety objectives.
- Plan, coordinate and oversee all sub-assembly manufacturing activities in line with production schedules.
- Ensure all components are manufactured to specification and delivered to Production on time and to the highest quality standards.
- Drive productivity, workflow optimisation, operational efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives across all sub-assembly departments.
- Coordinate closely with Design, Procurement, Stores, Quality Control and Production to ensure uninterrupted workflow and material availability.
- Manage departmental resources, labour planning, productivity, quality performance and daily operational targets.
- Develop, coach and lead Supervisors, Team Leaders and employees to build a high-performing and accountable team.
- Ensure compliance with company quality systems, manufacturing procedures, Health & Safety requirements and operational standards.
- Monitor departmental KPIs, identify opportunities for improvement and implement corrective actions to achieve business objectives.
Minimum Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in a supervisory or management role within a manufacturing environment (marine manufacturing experience will be advantageous).
- Proven experience managing multiple production departments and leading large teams.
- Experience in one or more of the following manufacturing disciplines will be advantageous: Carpentry, Joinery, Corian, Upholstery, Spray Painting
- Strong understanding of production planning, quality management, lean manufacturing and process improvement.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
- Excellent leadership, communication, planning and problem-solving skills.
- Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems.
- Ability to work under pressure while managing multiple priorities and meeting production deadlines.
What We Are Looking For
- A strong, visible and inspirational leader.
- Excellent organisational and decision-making skills.
- A proactive, solutions-driven mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality and operational excellence.
- A collaborative team player who builds positive relationships across departments.
- Someone who leads by example and promotes a culture of accountability, safety and respect
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Atlantis, Western Cape 7349: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):
- Are you a South African citizen?
- What is your expected monthly salary should you be successful?
- What would your notice period be?
- What is the reason you are looking for other work opportunities?
- Do you have a criminal record?
- If successful, reference and criminal checks will be done, do you have any concerns?
- Are you under debt review or have any defaulted accounts?
- Have you ever been dismissed from a role - if yes please elaborate?
- The role is based in Atlantis, and the working hours are 07h30 – 16h30 are you comfortable to make the commute?
Experience:
- Manufacturing: 5 years (Preferred)
- Management: 5 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
