Maintenance Lead - Maydon Wharf

Unilever; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the FMCG sector is seeking a Maintenance Lead for their Durban facility. The role involves preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and ensuring efficient operation of machinery. Candidates should have a strong mechanical engineering background and experience in manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in manufacturing, preferably FMCG.
• Full understanding of pumps, gearboxes, compressors, and mills.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on process-related equipment.
• Respond to breakdowns and troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Troubleshooting

Safety Compliance

Education

N4 qualification plus trade test

National Diploma / Btech in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job title : Maintenance Lead - Maydon Wharf

Job Location : KwaZulu-Natal, Durban Deadline : May 28, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE

• Preventive maintenance on all process related equipment,
• Basic repairs and ensure efficient operation of that equipment and production of a quality product. Perform all work in compliance with established safety, GMP and UMS standards.
• Respond to breakdowns and other issues brought to the attention of Maintenance (by supervision, operators or other personnel) as needed during operations, in a way that minimizes operational delays.
• Troubleshoot, fine tune or adjust equipment to insure proper operation.
• Routine visual inspection and / or testing of equipment and structures to identify and report any need for scheduled repairs.
• Interpret and work from schematics and electrical drawings.
• Installation and alignment of machinery and equipment.
• Participate in continuous improvement (WCM,TPM,UMS or similar activity).
• Follow established department and plant procedures, including (but not limited to) those related to preventive maintenance systems, obtaining parts, and taking corrective action when hazardous or potential loss conditions are found.
• Keeps tools, equipment and work area safe, clean and orderly. At all times work safely around equipment, tools and co-workers.
• Other duties as requested by supervision work with and assist Artisans and operations personnel as needed.

Experiences & Qualifications

• Minimum N4 qualification plus trade test OR National Diploma / Btech in Mechanical Engineering
• Full understanding of pumps , gearboxes , compressors and mills
• Knowledge of wrapping machines will be a KEY advantage.
• Must have 5 years’ experience in manufacturing preferably with FMCG exposure in manufacturing process and packing.(Soap making experience will be advantageous)
• Ability to perform all duties associated with position, with minimal supervision.
• Ability to perform work safely and maintain work areas in a manner that does not present a hazard to self, co-workers or products.
• Ability to recognize conditions that would have a negative impact on production equipment or other facility operations and take appropriate follow-up action.
• Ability to work from drawings and sketches, repair and operating manuals, and written and oral instructions.
• Must provide tools meeting minimum requirements (as determined by supervisor) and maintain tools in a safe condition.
• Experience in general plant process diagnostics, repair and maintenance, or ability to demonstrate equivalent knowledge.