Maintenance Technician

What you’ll be doing

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, lighting systems, control equipment, and mechanical systems as instructed.
• Carry out maintenance, repairs, and upgrades to machinery and facilities in line with approved plans.
• Perform preventative maintenance on electrical and mechanical equipment according to schedules.
• Inspect Electrical and mechanical components and report on compliance with relevant legislation and standards.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical faults and execute repairs to minimise downtime.
• Identify maintenance needs and obtain approval prior to executing repairs or upgrades.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns, callouts, and emergency maintenance situations.
• Report unsafe conditions, hazards, and equipment malfunctions immediately to management.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance work, repairs, and upgrades completed.
• Ensure maintenance areas are clean, organised, and safe at all times.
• Monitor maintenance stock levels and report shortages.
• Assist with procurement and receiving of maintenance materials when required.
• Support training initiatives and assist with on-the-job training where necessary.
• Provide suggestions to improve equipment reliability, safety, and operational efficiency.
• Comply with all health, safety, environmental, and ISO/QMS requirements, including proper use of PPE and adherence to isolation procedures.
• Perform standby duties and respond to after-hours callouts as per schedule.

What you’ll need

• Qualified Electrical Trade certification
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in a maintenance role
• Strong electrical and mechanical experience, including installations.
• Ability to issue Certificates of Compliance (COCs) (not necessary but will be beneficial)
• Experience in the plastic manufacturing industry is advantageous.
• Willingness to work standby and attend callouts.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Must have own transport.

What is in it for you?

• Competitive monthly remuneration package of R25 000 - R30 000 based on experience and interview performance.
• Provident fund company contribution.
• Be part of an industry-leading team in the polymers landscape.

A Few Things to Know

• Please note that applicants WITHOUT their OWN CAR will not be considered for this role.
• This role requires standby availability for after-hours outages

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