Distillery Plant Operator & Maintenance Tech

Midvaal Recruitment; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

An established distillery company in Edenvale, Gauteng, is seeking a hands-on Plant Operator & Maintenance Technician responsible for daily operations and maintenance of the production plant. The role requires a qualified Fitter & Turner with strong mechanical expertise and problem-solving skills to ensure optimal functionality and efficiency. Candidates should have proven experience in plant operations, preferably within the distillery or food processing industries. Competitive salary and hands-on role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in plant maintenance and operations.
• Experience in distillery, beverage, or food processing industry is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation and performance of the plant.
• Conduct preventative and breakdown maintenance on all machinery and equipment.
• Ensure maximum uptime and production efficiency.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical and technical faults.
• Maintain strict health & safety standards within the plant.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and reporting.

Skills

Mechanical fault-finding

Strong problem-solving ability

Ability to work independently

Attention to detail

Education

Qualified Fitter & Turner

Job description

Plant Operator & Maintenance Technician
Edenvale, Gauteng
Distillery Industry
MID637

A well-established company within the distillery sector is seeking a hands-on, technically strong Plant Operator & Maintenance Technician to take full responsibility for the operation, maintenance, and performance of the production plant at their Edenvale facility.

This is a critical role requiring a qualified Fitter & Turner with proven experience, as strong mechanical expertise is essential to ensure optimal plant functionality and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:
Oversee the daily operation and performance of the plant
Conduct preventative and breakdown maintenance on all machinery and equipment
Ensure maximum uptime and production efficiency
Diagnose and resolve mechanical and technical faults
Maintain strict health & safety standards within the plant
Work closely with production to ensure smooth and continuous operations
Maintain accurate maintenance records and reporting

Minimum Requirements:
Qualified Fitter & Turner (essential)
Proven experience in plant maintenance and operations
Strong mechanical, fault-finding, and troubleshooting skills
Ability to work independently and take full ownership of plant performance
Experience within the distillery, beverage, food processing, or similar industry will be advantageous

Key Competencies:
Hands-on and practical approach
Strong problem-solving ability
High level of accountability and reliability
Attention to detail
Good communication skills

Send detailed CV, Certificate, and ID copy to [e-mail]
Use reference number MID637 in email subject line
Only shortlisted candiadtes will be contacted