Industrial Maintenance Technician

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training & development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician for a Welkom facility. Responsibilities include preventative maintenance, diagnosing mechanical/electrical faults, and ensuring safe, reliable operation of all plant equipment.

The ideal candidate has experience with welding, fabrication, and machine shop practices, and holds a trade qualification in mechanical or electrical engineering. Safety and documentation are essential to success in this role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Industrial Maintenance Technician or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Experience with welding, fabrication, and machine shop practices is highly desirable.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex machinery issues and implement effective repair solutions.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings and maintenance logs.
• Relevant trade qualification or certification in mechanical or electrical engineering.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventative maintenance on all plant machinery and equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems failures.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and ensure timely resolution of issues.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance and repair activities performed.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals to guide repairs.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies during maintenance operations.

Skills

Mechanical & electrical knowledge

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Reading blueprints & schematics

Education

Trade qualification or certification in mechanical or electrical engineering

Tools

Welding & fabrication

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client requires a skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician for their facility in Welkom. This position is responsible for maintaining and repairing all plant machinery and equipment to ensure minimal downtime and optimal operational efficiency. You will perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues, and ensure all equipment operates safely and reliably. This role is vital to the continuous operation of the manufacturing plant and requires a proactive, problem-solving individual with a strong technical background.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventative maintenance on all plant machinery and equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems failures.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and ensure timely resolution of issues.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance and repair activities performed.
• Read and interpret blueprints , schematics, and technical manuals to guide repairs.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies during maintenance operations.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Industrial Maintenance Technician or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Experience with welding, fabrication, and machine shop practices is highly desirable.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex machinery issues and implement effective repair solutions.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings and maintenance logs.
• Relevant trade qualification or certification in mechanical or electrical engineering.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for specialized training and professional development.
• A challenging and rewarding work environment in Welkom.
• Contribution to a company focused on operational excellence.