Industrial Machinery Mechanic | Downtime Warrior, Overtime

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training provided

Overtime opportunities

Safe working environment

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Industrial Machinery Mechanic for our manufacturing client in Mahikeng, North West, ZA. This hands-on role focuses on inspection, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of a wide range of industrial equipment to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.

You will interpret drawings, perform preventive maintenance, welding and fabrication as needed, and ensure strict adherence to safety protocols and lockout/tagout procedures.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Experience with welding, cutting, and fabrication techniques.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Lockout/tagout safety procedures knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on all industrial machinery and equipment according to schedules.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical failures, identifying root causes of problems.
• Repair and replace worn or defective parts, ensuring machinery operates within specifications.
• Interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, and manuals to guide repairs.
• Disassemble, clean, lubricate, and reassemble machinery as required.
• Perform welding, cutting, and fabrication tasks as necessary for repairs.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies during maintenance and repair activities.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance and parts used and time spent.
• Collaborate with production staff to address equipment issues and minimize downtime.
• Operate lifting devices and other shop equipment safely.

Skills

Industrial mechanic

Millwright

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Welding

Education

Trade qualification: Mechanical Fitter/Millwright

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Industrial Machinery Mechanic for our manufacturing client in Mahikeng, North West, ZA. This hands-on role focuses on inspection, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of a wide range of industrial equipment to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.

You will interpret drawings, perform preventive maintenance, welding and fabrication as needed, and ensure strict adherence to safety protocols and lockout/tagout procedures.