Technical Engineering Manager

About the Role

We are looking for a highly experienced Technical Engineering Manager to lead the engineering strategy, maintenance innovation, and asset optimisation of our locomotive fleet and yellow equipment across South Africa.

This is a senior leadership role reporting directly to the COO, responsible for shaping the future of our engineering capability through innovation, reliability improvement, and advanced maintenance practices.

Key Responsibilities

Lead technical engineering strategy for locomotives and mobile plant

Drive refurbishment, repowering, and upgrade programmes

Ensure fleet availability, reliability, and performance optimisation

Oversee maintenance operations across multiple sites

Act as the technical authority on engineering standards and design

Ensure compliance with RSR, SANS, and OEM standards

Implement maintenance and reliability improvements

Manage budgets, suppliers, and spare parts strategy

Lead and develop a high-performing technical team

Provide executive-level reporting and strategic input

What We’re Looking For

Strategic technical leader with strong systems thinking

Passion for engineering innovation and continuous improvement

Ability to operate at both operational and executive level

Strong problem-solving and analytical capability

A leader who drives performance, safety, and accountability

Why Join Us?

At SAFLog, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of our engineering and maintenance capability, contributing directly to operational excellence and long-term growth.

Apply Now

If you are ready to lead engineering innovation in a dynamic logistics environment, we would love to hear from you.