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We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.\nWe’re on the lookout for an Technician - Hydraulics to provide specialised engineering and maintenance support by carrying out the installation, maintenance, repair, and modification of complex hydraulic and lubrication systems and equipment. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining the reliability and optimum performance of mill hydraulic and lubrication systems, contributing directly to improved plant availability, equipment reliability, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).\nAs an Technician - Hydraulics you will be responsible for:\nSAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT & QUALITY (SHEQ)\nEnsure a safe working environment by identifying and managing risks while maintaining high housekeeping standards.\nEnsure compliance with all applicable SHEQ standards, statutory requirements, legal appointments, and company procedures through effective control measures and corrective actions.\nPromote safe work practices and ensure hydraulic and lubrication systems comply with ISO and mill quality standards.\nPLANT & MACHINE AVAILABILITY\nModify, install, commission, and optimise hydraulic and lubrication systems to improve plant reliability and support production requirements.\nConfigure and standardise hydraulic components to enhance equipment performance and engineering efficiency.\nConduct investigations into hydraulic and lubrication failures, implement corrective actions, and recommend maintenance improvements to prevent recurrence.\nManage oil sampling programmes for critical equipment and implement recommendations to improve equipment reliability and performance.\nEnsure hydraulic schematics, technical drawings, and engineering documentation are accurately maintained and updated to support maintenance activities.\nSubmit and coordinate plant modification requests, ensuring all engineering changes are approved, documented, and filed in accordance with company standards.\nCONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT & TECHNICAL SUPPORT\nParticipate in multidisciplinary teams to investigate equipment failures, identify root causes, and implement sustainable engineering solutions.\nCollaborate with production personnel, contractors, and equipment suppliers to support maintenance activities, projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.\nPerform standby duties and effectively utilise SAP and other maintenance systems to support maintenance planning, execution, reporting, and asset reliability.\nWhat are we looking for?\nGrade 12 (Matric) with N3 Engineering.\nRecognised Trade Test Certificate as a Mechanical Fitter or Millwright.\nDiploma in Mechanical Engineering.\nMinimum of 3 years' experience in Hydraulics.\nRoll service experience will be advantageous.\nValid driver's licence.\nWhat’s in it for you?\nOpportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence.\nLearning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi.\nOpportunities to travel .\nMarket leading leave benefits.\nEmployee wellbeing benefits.\nWe are hiring!\nAt Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.\nWe’re on the lookout for an Technician - Hydraulics to provide specialised engineering and maintenance support by carrying out the installation, maintenance, repair, and modification of complex hydraulic and lubrication systems and equipment. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining the reliability and optimum performance of mill hydraulic and lubrication systems, contributing directly to improved plant availability, equipment reliability, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).\nAs an Technician - Hydraulics you will be responsible for:\nSAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT & QUALITY (SHEQ)\nEnsure a safe working environment by identifying and managing risks while maintaining high housekeeping standards.\nEnsure compliance with all applicable SHEQ standards, statutory requirements, legal appointments, and company procedures through effective control measures and corrective actions.\nPromote safe work practices and ensure hydraulic and lubrication systems comply with ISO and mill quality standards.\nPLANT & MACHINE AVAILABILITY\nModify, install, commission, and optimise hydraulic and lubrication systems to improve plant reliability and support production requirements.\nConfigure and standardise hydraulic 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