Automation Mechanician

Mondi Group; Durban; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Instrument Mechanician to join their dynamic team. This role involves performing specialized technical duties on plant and equipment, including maintenance, repair, and the execution of preventative measures. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in instrumentation within the manufacturing sector, particularly in the pulp and paper industry. This is a permanent position offering opportunities for growth and development in a diverse and innovative environment. Join a global leader committed to sustainability and excellence in packaging and paper solutions.

Benefits

Learning & Development

Health benefits

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience as an apprentice instrumentation artisan preferred.
• Familiarity with equipment supplier criteria and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized technical duties on plant and equipment.
• Conduct diagnostic duties to reduce downtime and improve availability.

Skills

Instrumentation skills

Troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

Analytical skills

Hydraulic experience

Education

Matric plus N3

Qualified trade tested as an Instrument mechanician

Tools

Analytical equipment

Hydraulic components

Job description

Your mission:

• To perform specialized Technical duties in the operation on plant and equipment related to; fabricate, maintain, service, overhaul, repair, construct, install, dismantle, fit. This will include manufacturing and repairing instrumentation, analytical and hydraulic components according to drawings and specifications (such as flow meters, transmitters and variables such as pressure, consistency, PH, conductivity and temperature)
• Perform diagnostic duties by executing actions related to; test, inspect, troubleshoot and fault find, check, measure, record, etc. to achieve outcomes such as reducing downtime, minimize breakdowns, improving availability of plant and equipment. Inspections on instrumentation, analytical, hydraulic and electrical systems
• Record technical data on completed work for use in planning system
• Perform maintenance and repair tasks on equipment and machinery in a safe manner according to operating procedures and policy
• Perform and execute preventative maintenance duties

Your profile:

• Matric plus N3
• Qualified trade tested as an Instrument mechanician.
• To be familiar with all equipment supplier criteria and compliance requirements to ensure that warranties on vehicles and equipment is maintained
• 2 – 3 years’ experience as an apprentice instrumentation artisan within a manufacturing environment preferably within the pulp and paper industry
• Proven experience on pulp and paper analytical equipment
• Hydraulic experience advantageous
• Relevant equipment licenses as required by the operations
• Valid SA drivers License

Our Offer:

• Location: 7 Western Arterial, Alton, Richards Bay , 3900
• Duration: Permanent

Benefits: Learning & Development; Health benefits

Get in touch:

We strive to create a culture that inspires our people to reach their full potential. Going the extra mile – for colleagues and customers – our people drive our passion for performance and are the key ingredient of Mondi’s success. Be part of our future.

Do you want to know more about Mondi? We are a global leader in packaging and paper, contributing to a better world through innovative solutions that are sustainable by design. Our global team of 22,000 people works across 100 production sites in more than 30 countries.

Our strength lies in our diversity. We are dedicated to creating a team that reflects the diversity of the world we operate in.

Only CVs uploaded onto our online career platform will be taken into consideration. With your application, you will be redirected to our recruiting platform. After creating an account, you will receive an activation link. If you do not find the email in your inbox, please check your spam folder or add the address [e-mail] to your “safe list” or address book.

Appointments will be made in line with our Employment Equity Plan. The above advert has minimum requirements listed; however, Management reserves the right to use additional/relevant information as criteria for shortlisting.