Elevator Mechanic

Xelvin International; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy is looking for a qualified Elevator Mechanic to work in the Netherlands. The role requires expertise in maintaining elevators and escalators, fluency in Afrikaans, and proven experience. Responsibilities include planned maintenance and troubleshooting various elevator systems. A valid driver's license and passport are necessary for the role, along with a competitive 2-year contract offering paid holidays and allowances.

Benefits

25 paid holidays a year

Public holiday pay

Holiday allowance of 8.33%

Travel allowance for commuting

Qualifications

• Qualified Lift Technician (Elevator Mechanic)
• Proven experience in maintenance of elevators and escalators.
• 1–4 years of relevant working experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance on elevators and escalators.
• Troubleshoot drive systems and wiring faults.
• Conduct load tests and speed regulation checks.

Skills

Fluent in Afrikaans

Electrical fault-finding and troubleshooting skills

Mechanical aptitude

Understanding safety regulations

Ability to read technical manuals

Education

Trade qualified – Red Seal or N6

Job description

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Elevator Mechanic

New

R45000 - R60000 Y Xelvin International

Posted today

Job Description

If you're a
qualified Lift Technician (Elevator Mechanic)
looking for a fresh start in the Netherlands, we want to hear from you

Location:
The Netherlands (on-site)

Are you a skilled, hands‑on
Lift Technician
, fluent in Afrikaans, with the expertise to keep industrial and commercial elevators and escalators running at their best?

Who are you:

• Trade qualified
  – Red Seal or N6 (preferably in Electrical, Millwright, Mechanical Fitting, or Lift Mechanic).
• Fluent in
  Afrikaans
  (requirement, as the company language is Dutch).
• Proven experience in
  maintenance, repair, and servicing of elevators and escalators
  .

Experience with well‑known brands such as:

• Otis
• KONE
• Schindler
• Orona
• Strong
  electrical fault‑finding and troubleshooting
  skills.
• Mechanical aptitude for working with gears, pulleys, hydraulics, and traction systems.
• Familiarity with
  safety regulations and lift compliance standards
  .
• Experience with
  industrial and commercial building systems
  .
• Ability to read
  technical manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams
  .
• 1–4 years of relevant working experience.
• Valid driver's license and passport.

What You'll Be Doing

You'll be responsible for
planned preventative maintenance
and
reactive repairs
on a wide range of elevators and escalators, including:

• Traction lifts
  (gearless and geared systems).
• Hydraulic lifts
  for low‑rise buildings.
• Machine‑room‑less (MRL) systems
  .
• Heavy‑duty freight lifts
  for industrial use.
• Public‑access escalators and moving walkways
  .

Typical maintenance tasks include:

• Lubricating moving parts and adjusting mechanical clearances.
• Inspecting and replacing worn cables, sheaves, and rollers.
• Adjusting door operators and control relays.
• Troubleshooting drive systems, control boards, and wiring faults.
• Performing load tests and speed regulation checks.
• Cleaning and aligning guide rails.
• Software updates for modern lift control systems.

Who is Xelvin?

Xelvin is a Dutch consultancy company focused on Engineering.

We are specialised in International Recruitment, within Europe and beyond. In the past years, we have helped thousands of candidates from more than 50 different nationalities find their perfect job here in the Netherlands and are striving to help so many more

What do we offer?

Contract wise:

• 2‑year contract of 40 hours per week.
• 25 paid holidays a year (+ potential ADV days).
• Public holidays, with a maximum of 7 per year, which are paid by Xelvin.
• Holiday allowance of
  8.33%
  (instead of 8.0%) over your total gross annual income. Paid each year in May.
• Overtime and shift allowance will be paid by Xelvin accordingly.
• Travel allowance of €0,23 per km for commuting to work and back home.

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Heavy Lift Technician

Johannesburg, Gauteng LMP RECRUIT

Posted 5 days ago

Job Description

Minimum requirements :

• Qualified Diesel and/or Petrol Mechanic, plus experience with forklifts or similar material handling equipment; or Qualified Forklift Mechanic with Heavy lift Equipment knowledge
• General working knowledge of auto electrical systems (ignition, starting, charging, illumination)
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, diagrams, wiring diagrams, operations manuals, and manufacturers specifications
• Ability to identify and correctly utilise relevant diagnostic equipment and specialised tools

Duties :

• Maintain, service and repair all Electric and IC powered material handling equipment namely Reach Stackers, Empty Container Handlers and Forklifts from 2ton to 32ton capacity
• Carry out fault finding and repair, either on site or in‑house, in a timely and cost‑effective manner so that customer and company requirements are met
• Maintaining of vehicle repair records and all associated tasks
• Perform accurate diagnosis / troubleshooting of breakdown on equipment; communicate what repairs are needed by advising the designated Workshop Foremen as well as raising repair quotations/costs of repairs
• Maintaining of vehicle/component maintenance/repairs and operational data / history by updating and time‑ly communicating information that must go on record
• Ensure proper communication between Manager and other staff
• Ensure OHSACT & ASEC requirements are met in all actions on company premises; maintain a safe work environment by verifying safety device operations, following standards and procedures and in general complying with legal regulation
• Updating job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities Critical checks FMX Reports, Speed settings, MSWL, Servicing as per agreement

Maintenance Mechanic

New

R120000 Y Rocam Signs CC

Posted today

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Job Region: Gauteng

Job Type: Offered - Positions Available

Job Category: Other

Description:

Rocam Signs CC, a well established Signage Company, situated in Krugersdorp on the West Rand has the following vacancy: Maintenance Mechanic - Interested candidates should have relevant experience on the repair of diesel and petrol vehicles. It will be expected of you to maintain and service the fleet vehicles and trailers of the Company. Please send CV's to

Application Email:

Job Type: Full‑time

Pay: From R10000,00 per month

Factory Maintenance Mechanic

Johannesburg, Gauteng Gap Consulting

Posted 11 days ago

Job Description

• Must have a minimum of 3 to 5 years experience as a Maintenance Mechanic in the Brick Manufacturing Industry
• Trade Test Qualification Millwright
• Strong knowledge of brick moulding machines, kilns, hydraulic systems, and preventative maintenance practices will be beneficial
• Valid Driver's License and own Transport required
• Contactable references and payslips required

Minimum Requirements:

• Must have a minimum of 3 to 5 years experience as a Maintenance Mechanic in the Brick Manufacturing Industry
• Trade Test Qualification Millwright
• Proficient in PLC Fault Fining essential
• Strong knowledge of brick moulding machines, kilns, hydraulic systems, and preventative maintenance practices will be beneficial
• Valid Driver's License and own Transport required
• Contactable references and payslips required

Salary Structure:

• Basic Salary of between R 34 000 and R 37 000 negotiable based on experience

(Only suitable candidates will be shortlisted and contacted within 14 days)

Machine Maintenance Mechanic

New

Posted today

Job Description

We are looking for a Machine Maintenance Mechanic for our Factory in Brits, North West.

Purpose:

Ensure operations of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventative maintenance requirements on conveyor systems and production machines.

Grade 12

Tertiary Qualification (Advantageous)

3- 5 Years Maintenance mechanic experience

Experience on breakdowns (Mechanical and electrical)

Electrical knowledge Pneumatics and PLC System

Knowledge of Health and Safety Regulations

Responsibilities:

• Machine setup and setting
• Preventative Maintenance, Scheduled Maintenance
• General Maintenance of line or area
• Maintenance Reports and Records

Job Types: Full‑time, Permanent

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New

R200000 - R400000 Y City of Tulsa

Posted today

Job Description

Qualifications
Graduation from high school or possession of a General Educational Development Certificate (GED), and three (3) years of work experience in construction and maintenance work; some positions within this classification require training in the operation of HVAC, plumbing, filtration, electrical and irrigation systems and control methods and at least one (1) year of operating experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience per Personnel Policies and Procedures, Section 128. Refer to the Mechanical Utility Worker progression criterion document for additional requirements.

HOURS: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

LOCATION: 1709 Newblock Dr. (EV)

PAYSCALE: Click for LABOR AND TRADES pay scale

Licenses and Certificates: Some positions within this classification may require: possession of a valid Class "D" Operator's License, a valid Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with "X" endorsement and a 3rd Class Stationary Engineer License; and some positions within this classification require Certified Pool Operator Certification.

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