Artisan: Fitter

Premier FMCG (Pty) Ltd; Germiston; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier FMCG (Pty) Ltd in Germiston requires a Maintenance Technician to uphold plant reliability and equipment effectiveness. The role focuses on electrical and mechanical support for high-speed FMCG facilities, with a shift-based roster including weekends and public holidays as needed.

You will record breakdown trends, coach apprentices, and drive continuous improvements in process flow while ensuring compliance with Food Safety, GMP, and OSH requirements.

Qualifications

• 5 - 7 years' experience in relevant trade.
• 5 years' experience in a FMCG environment.
• Experience with High-Speed Continuous Operations.
• Experience on Flour Milling equipment will be an advantage.
• N3 Qualification in Relevant field.
• Trade Test Certificate (Red Seal)

Responsibilities

• To anticipate possible machine reliability problems, which could appear and take appropriate actions.
• To facilitate and lead problem solving processes for continuous improvement.
• To record and analyse breakdown trends per machine using a maintenance system to motivate equipment improvement or purchases.
• To render support on ad hoc projects to optimize process flow.
• To ensure compliance with relevant Food Safety, Health Safety and GMP Requirements through the maintenance of process and document controls according to SOP's.
• To provide on job coaching for Handyman and Apprentices/Students.
• To train and coach Technical Operators regarding SOP's and work instructions to ensure best operating practices.

Skills

Pneumatics

Fault finding

Root cause analysis

Maintenance systems

OSH/GMP compliance

Safety conscious

Problem solving

Quality conscious

Communication skills

Education

N3 Qualification

Red Seal Trade

Job description

Premier FMCG is at the heart of South Africa's FMCG industry, delivering trusted, iconic brands across our Bakery, Milling, Confectionery, Home & Personal Care and Culinary divisions. We are driven by innovation, collaboration, and a high-performance growth culture. We empower our people to strive for excellence ensuring that our products and people make a difference in the everyday lives of our consumers.

Job Purposes

To maintain the overall effectiveness of equipment and the plants on site which includes Electrical and Mechanical support.

Key Responsibilities

• To anticipate possible machine reliability problems, which could appear and take appropriate actions.
• To facilitate and lead problem solving processes for continuous improvement.
• To record and analyse breakdown trends per machine using a maintenance system to motivate equipment improvement or purchases.
• To render support on ad hoc projects to optimize process flow.
• To ensure compliance with relevant Food Safety, Health Safety and GMP Requirements through the maintenance of process and document controls according to SOP's.
• To provide on job coaching for Handyman and Apprentices/Students.
• To train and coach Technical Operators regarding SOP's and work instructions to ensure best operating practices.

Experience And Qualifications

• 5 - 7 years' experience in relevant trade.
• 5 years' experience in a FMCG environment
• Experience with High-Speed Continuous Operations
• Experience on Flour Milling equipment will be an advantage
• N3 Qualification in Relevant field
• Trade Test Certificate (Red Seal)

Skills And Competencies

• Expert knowledge in relevant field
• Understanding of relevant Regulatory and Legislative Requirements e.g. OSH Act/GMP/Food Safety
• Knowledge of Pneumatics
• Maintenance system skills
• Fault Finding and Root Cause Analysis
• Problem Solving Ability
• Innovation/Continuous Improvements
• Safety Conscious
• Technically Capable
• Quality Conscious
• Physical ability
• Accuracy & attention to detail
• Good Communication
• Sense of urgency / results orientation

Working Conditions

This role requires the incumbent to operate in the following environments and manage specific physical or operational demands:

• Pressurized factory environment
• Shift worker position
• Required to work Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays as per roster
• Overtime expected from time to timeWorking with and on heavy equipment and plants (technical and mechanical)

Diversity & Inclusion

Premier FMCG is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including people living with disabilities. By applying, you consent to the processing of your personal information in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPI Act) for recruitment purposes.

Closing date: 20 November 2026