Industrial Machinery Maintenance Technician — Hybrid Role

Placements24; Kempton Park; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid and provident fund

Skills development opportunities

Paid annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Machinery Maintenance Technician in Gauteng to ensure continuous operation of diverse manufacturing equipment. The role blends on-site maintenance with remote administrative tasks, requiring hands-on skills in mechanical, electrical and pneumatic systems.

You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose faults, interpret blueprints, and contribute to safety and efficiency initiatives within a dedicated maintenance team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Industrial Maintenance Technician.
• Solid understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing a variety of industrial machinery.
• Knowledge of safety standards in industrial environments.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime.
• Trade qualification or apprenticeship in a mechanical or electrical discipline is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on all industrial machinery according to checklists.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic issues promptly and effectively.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns, troubleshoot problems and implement corrective actions.
• Interpret blueprints, schematics and manuals to guide repairs and installations.
• Conduct safety checks and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities in the CMMS.
• Collaborate with production teams to schedule maintenance with minimal disruption.
• Assist in installation and commissioning of new machinery.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and equipment upgrades.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area following 5S principles.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Pneumatic systems

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Education

Trade qualification or apprenticeship (mechanical/electrical)

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Machinery Maintenance Technician in Gauteng to ensure continuous operation of diverse manufacturing equipment. The role blends on-site maintenance with remote administrative tasks, requiring hands-on skills in mechanical, electrical and pneumatic systems.

You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose faults, interpret blueprints, and contribute to safety and efficiency initiatives within a dedicated maintenance team.