Facilities Maintenance Assistant

Bayer; Lichtenburg; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in agriculture is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Assistant in Lichtenburg, South Africa. This role supports daily maintenance and repairs, engages in HSE inspections, and works closely with various teams to ensure the safety and functionality of facilities. Ideal candidates will have troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities. Opportunities for overtime may arise. Join us to make a difference in a community-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Strong safety orientation and knowledge of regulatory compliance.
• Ability to perform repairs and maintenance tasks effectively and efficiently.
• May be required to work overtime, weekends or holidays if necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support Maintenance & Production Lead with daily facility maintenance and repairs.
• Responsible for providing support to the plumbing, handyman, electrician team members.
• Support the development and/or execution of HSE processes and inspections.

Skills

Trouble shooting skills

Attention to detail

Strong safety orientation

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Job description

At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where ,Health for all, Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.

Facilities Maintenance Assistant

Job Purpose

• Support Maintenance & Production Lead with daily facility maintenance and repairs
• Support to maintain office and site buildings infrastructure
• Support Senior Plant Supervisors during maintenance activities
• Escalate utility maintenance requirements where first line repair is not within scope of site capabilities
• Support HSE inspections

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing support and giving instruction to the plumbing, handyman, electrician team members and receptionist
• Support preventative and planned maintenance/services of assets and equipment, i.e., generators/transformers/HVAC system/elevators
• Support general maintenance of site building including small and major projects and renovations.
• Member of HSE teams
• Support the development and/or execution of HSE processes and inspections
• Support continuous optimization of processes and operations
• Responsible for the servicing and operation of the site water filter system
• Responsible for generator tests
• Continuous inspection on the condition of facilities and the escalation thereof where needed

HSE Responsibilities

• Motivate employees to wear the correct PPE
• Follow Safety operations procedures
• Report all accidents or incidents immediately
• Participate in identifying hazards
• Participate in Tier meetings and monthly Health and Safety Meetings
• Maintain a safe and orderly environment
• Upon request participate in emergency response teams and any other safety or health group established by the site
• Participate in all required HSE trainings and educations
• Participate in all emergency drills

Qualifications and Competencies

• Trouble shooting skills and attention to detail.
• Strong safety orientation and knowledge of regulatory compliance
• Ability to perform repairs and maintenance tasks effectively and efficiently
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy.
• May be required to work overtime, weekends or holidays if necessary

Location

South Africa : North West : Lichtenburg

Division

Crop Science

Reference Code

860415

Bayer welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, union membership, religion, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any unlawful criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.