Industrial Machinery Maintenance Specialist

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Sur place; ZAR 420 000 - 660 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Pension fund

Medical aid

Training opportunities

Career advancement

Paid annual leave

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Machinery Maintenance Specialist for our client in Klerksdorp, North West. You will maintain heavy production equipment and apply preventive maintenance strategies to keep lines running.

The role requires hands-on experience with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic systems, and a strong fault‑finding ability. Shifts and overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• A relevant trade qualification (e.g., Mechanical Fitter, Electrician, Millwright) or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of 6 years of hands‑on experience in the maintenance and repair of industrial machinery in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical systems.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience with welding and fabrication would be advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be willing to work shifts and overtime as required by production schedules in Klerksdorp.
• Physical stamina and ability to work in a demanding industrial setting.
• A commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Responsabilités

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on all industrial machinery and equipment to ensure operational reliability.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues on production machinery, including hydraulics, pneumatics, and drive systems.
• Interpret technical manuals, engineering drawings, and schematics to facilitate repairs and maintenance.
• Conduct regular inspections of machinery to identify potential problems before they lead to breakdowns.
• Operate and maintain a variety of shop tools and equipment, including welding and fabrication tools.
• Ensure that all maintenance activities comply with company safety standards and environmental regulations.
• Assist in the installation and commissioning of new machinery.
• Maintain accurate logs of maintenance performed, parts replaced, and equipment status.
• Collaborate with production teams to minimize downtime and optimize equipment performance.
• Respond to emergency maintenance requests efficiently and effectively.

Connaissances

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Hydraulics & pneumatics

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Welding & fabrication

Formation

Trade qualification

Millwright apprenticeship

Outils

Welding tools

Fabrication equipment

Description du poste

About the Role Our client, a leading manufacturing company with significant operations in Klerksdorp, North West , is actively seeking a highly skilled Industrial Machinery Maintenance Specialist . This role is crucial for ensuring the continuous and efficient operation of our production lines. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in the mechanical and electrical maintenance of heavy industrial machinery, including troubleshooting complex faults and implementing preventive maintenance strategies. This is a challenging and rewarding position for a hands‑on professional looking to contribute to a prominent industrial player in the North West province. You will be based at our Klerksdorp facility, working with advanced manufacturing equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on all industrial machinery and equipment to ensure operational reliability.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues on production machinery, including hydraulics, pneumatics, and drive systems.
• Interpret technical manuals, engineering drawings, and schematics to facilitate repairs and maintenance.
• Conduct regular inspections of machinery to identify potential problems before they lead to breakdowns.
• Operate and maintain a variety of shop tools and equipment, including welding and fabrication tools.
• Ensure that all maintenance activities comply with company safety standards and environmental regulations.
• Assist in the installation and commissioning of new machinery.
• Maintain accurate logs of maintenance performed, parts replaced, and equipment status.
• Collaborate with production teams to minimize downtime and optimize equipment performance.
• Respond to emergency maintenance requests efficiently and effectively.

Requirements

• A relevant trade qualification (e.g., Mechanical Fitter, Electrician, Millwright) or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of 6 years of hands‑on experience in the maintenance and repair of industrial machinery in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical systems.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience with welding and fabrication would be advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be willing to work shifts and overtime as required by production schedules in Klerksdorp .
• Physical stamina and ability to work in a demanding industrial setting.
• A commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Opportunities for further training and skill development.
• Contribution to a reputable pension fund.
• Comprehensive medical aid scheme.
• A stable working environment with a focus on employee well-being.
• Access to modern maintenance facilities and tools in Klerksdorp .
• Potential for career advancement within the organization.
• Paid annual leave.