Industrial Machinery Maintenance Pro (Hybrid)

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical aid

Provident fund

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, seeks an Industrial Machinery Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair a wide range of industrial equipment, including hydraulics and PLCs. This role focuses on preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and supporting production lines to minimize downtime.

You will read manuals, interpret schematics, and work with diagnostic tools. The position offers a hybrid setup with on-site duties and some remote planning.

Qualifications

• NTC, N3 or equivalent in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering/Technician studies.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in industrial machinery maintenance.
• Strong mechanical skills with hydraulics, pneumatics, gears, bearings and conveyors.
• Electrical understanding including motor controls, PLCs (basic troubleshooting) and control panels.
• Ability to read technical drawings, schematics and repair manuals.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Commitment to safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on all industrial machinery to minimize downtime.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic faults in production machinery.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and perform emergency repairs to restore operations.
• Read manuals, blueprints, and schematics to understand machinery and repair procedures.
• Troubleshoot complex machinery issues using diagnostic tools and techniques.
• Fabricate or modify parts as needed using workshop tools and equipment.
• Maintain records of maintenance and repairs and ensure safety compliance.
• Collaborate with production teams to identify issues and suggest improvements.
• Assist in installation and commissioning of new machinery.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical knowledge

PLC basics

Diagnostics

Reading schematics

Education

NTC/N3 or equivalent

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, seeks an Industrial Machinery Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair a wide range of industrial equipment, including hydraulics and PLCs. This role focuses on preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and supporting production lines to minimize downtime.

You will read manuals, interpret schematics, and work with diagnostic tools. The position offers a hybrid setup with on-site duties and some remote planning.