Job Description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Local Division Manager ELSE

Your role and responsibilities

In this role you will manage cost-effective production and service workshop to meet order demand, specifications, quality, and planning targets through the coordination and management of plant equipment, personnel, and production processes (quantity, quality, budgeted costs, and proper productivity level). You will propose and manage annual service workshop budget.

The work model for the role is: Onsite

This role is contributing to the ELSE Division /Electrification Business area in South Africa.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Preparing annual production budget, oversees progress, and determines actions to cost issues as necessary in order to manage operations within the budget and resources.
• Developing programs, projects, goals, and metrics to lead the organization to the highest level of operational performance while optimizing working capital throughout Operations.
• Developing and executing plans to reduce non-value-added costs, increase revenues, and delight customers by delivering products on time with high factory and supplier yields and decreasing product field failure rates.
• Overseeing the creation of manufacturing subcontracts and managing the subcontractor jointly with other involved disciplines, including Supply Chain Management (e.g., subcontract employees are provided guidance on health and safety requirements and work practices, and issued permits to work).
• Provide support to the Sales team, as required, during customer visits to explain the capabilities of the manufacturing facilities.
• Collaborates with Operational Excellence teams to integrate lean manufacturing principles into production processes.

Qualifications for the role

• You are immersed in working with Mining, Oil & Gas, Industry, Utilities market
• 10 – 15 years of experience in MV & LV Switchgear factory production and equipment service
• Working with Reyrolle Switchgear will be an advantage
• Possess an enhanced knowledge of SAP and Material Planning
• You are passionate about leadership
• Degree/ Diploma in Electrical Engineering
• You are at ease communicating in English
• You hold current EB driving licenses valid in South Africa

What's in it for you?

We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You'll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, everyday.

More about us

We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe. #MyABBStory

Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups, including persons with disabilities, in line with the company’s Employment Equity Plan and Employment Equity Act requirements.

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.