Equipment Maintenance Technician

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Technical training

Modern maintenance equipment

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, is seeking an Equipment Maintenance Technician to join our facility management team. You will perform routine maintenance, diagnose faults, and repair a range of machinery to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.

The role requires strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, ability to read schematics, safety awareness, and meticulous documentation of work performed.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Equipment Maintenance Technician or similar role.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Familiarity with a variety of industrial equipment and tools.
• Ability to read schematics and technical manuals.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to safety procedures and workplace hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on all assigned equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and operational issues.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure equipment safety and functionality.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, parts used, and time spent.
• Respond to urgent maintenance requests and implement effective solutions.
• Collaborate with operations teams to schedule maintenance effectively.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Equipment maintenance

Read schematics

Safety awareness

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive Equipment Maintenance Technician to join their facility management team in Benoni . This role is pivotal in ensuring all operational equipment runs smoothly and efficiently, minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity. You will be responsible for carrying out regular maintenance, diagnosing faults, and performing necessary repairs across a range of machinery. This is a hands‑on position within the Installation & Maintenance sector, offering a great opportunity to develop your skills in a dynamic industrial environment in Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on all assigned equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and operational issues.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure equipment safety and functionality.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, parts used, and time spent.
• Respond to urgent maintenance requests and implement effective solutions.
• Collaborate with operations teams to schedule maintenance effectively.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Equipment Maintenance Technician or similar role.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Familiarity with a variety of industrial equipment and tools.
• Ability to read schematics and technical manuals.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to safety procedures and workplace hygiene.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for further technical training and skill enhancement.
• Access to modern maintenance equipment and facilities.
• A stable and secure employment opportunity.