Container Depot Technician: On-Site Repairs & Maintenance

Express Employment Professionals; Middelburg; On-site; ZAR 100,440 - 167,400; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals in Middelburg is seeking a reliable Depot Assistant to join our team. You will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, inspection, and general upkeep of containers, equipment, and depot facilities, while ensuring safety and quality standards.

The role involves on-site work at our Middelburg branch, travel to client sites for inspections, and strict adherence to health, safety, and housekeeping policies. Valid SA driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
• 2 years' general working experience in maintenance, construction, industrial, or similar environment.
• Minimum 1 year experience with containers or container-related environment.
• Experience in stock taking, inventory control, and general maintenance is essential.
• Experience in container repairs, welding, fabrication, construction, steelwork or similar hands-on role advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs, refurbishment, and maintenance on sales and rental containers.
• Clean, prepare, and maintain containers to meet company quality standards.
• Carry out preventative and corrective maintenance on containers at the depot and client sites.
• Travel to client premises for inspections, maintenance, and repairs as required.
• Inspect incoming/outgoing containers to assess condition and repair requirements.
• Complete accurate inspection reports and maintenance records.
• Repair, refurbish, and maintain steel containers and multi-house units.
• Assemble and install multi-house container structures per specifications.
• Maintain depot equipment, tools, and yard areas in clean, safe condition.
• Assist with inventory control and stock counts; reconcile discrepancies.
• Adhere to HSE, quality policies, and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Stock counts

Inspection reports

Tool operation

Maintenance

Record-keeping

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Workshop equipment

Job description

Express Employment Professionals in Middelburg is seeking a reliable Depot Assistant to join our team. You will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, inspection, and general upkeep of containers, equipment, and depot facilities, while ensuring safety and quality standards.

The role involves on-site work at our Middelburg branch, travel to client sites for inspections, and strict adherence to health, safety, and housekeeping policies. Valid SA driver's license is required.