Hydraulics Technician: Plant Reliability & Maintenance

Sappi; Ngodwana; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

Sappi, a leading global provider of woodfibre-based solutions, seeks a Technician - Hydraulics to support installation, maintenance and modification of hydraulic systems. The role focuses on improving plant availability and equipment reliability through reliable hydraulic and lubrication systems, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

The successful candidate will participate in investigations, stand-by duties, and use SAP for maintenance planning and reporting, contributing to continuous

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (Matric) with N3 Engineering is required.
• Trade test certificate as Mechanical Fitter or Millwright.
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Modify, install, commission, and optimise hydraulic and lubrication systems to improve plant reliability.
• Configure hydraulic components to enhance equipment performance and engineering efficiency.
• Investigate hydraulic failures and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Manage oil sampling programmes and improve equipment reliability and performance.
• Maintain hydraulic schematics and engineering documentation, and file engineering changes.

Skills

Hydraulics

Education

Grade 12 (Matric) with N3 Engineering

Recognised Trade Test Certificate as a Mechanical Fitter or Millwright

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

Sappi, a leading global provider of woodfibre-based solutions, seeks a Technician - Hydraulics to support installation, maintenance and modification of hydraulic systems. The role focuses on improving plant availability and equipment reliability through reliable hydraulic and lubrication systems, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

The successful candidate will participate in investigations, stand-by duties, and use SAP for maintenance planning and reporting, contributing to continuous