Industrial Maintenance Technician

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training opportunities

Exposure to a wide range of industrial

Safety-focused environment

Hybrid work options

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician to join our Vereeniging team, delivering expert maintenance and repair of manufacturing equipment. You will diagnose issues, perform preventative maintenance, and minimize downtime, contributing to safe operations in Gauteng.

The role blends hands-on work with technical problem-solving, offering opportunities for training, advancement, and collaboration within a safety-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Industrial Maintenance Technician or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to read and understand technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and maintenance equipment.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• A commitment to safety and a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventative maintenance on industrial machinery and equipment to prevent failures.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Interpret equipment manuals, schematics, and blueprints to guide repair and maintenance activities.
• Respond promptly to equipment malfunctions and emergency repair needs.
• Ensure all maintenance work is performed safely and in compliance with company standards and regulations.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and inventory of spare parts.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Troubleshooting

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Maintenance equipment

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician to join their team in Vereeniging . This vital role ensures the smooth and efficient operation of our client's manufacturing and production facilities through expert maintenance and repair of industrial machinery and equipment. You will be responsible for diagnosing issues, performing preventative maintenance, and executing repairs to minimize downtime and maximize operational efficiency. This position offers a blend of hands-on work and technical problem-solving, contributing to a safe and productive work environment within a company committed to operational excellence and employee development in the Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventative maintenance on industrial machinery and equipment to prevent failures.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Interpret equipment manuals, schematics, and blueprints to guide repair and maintenance activities.
• Respond promptly to equipment malfunctions and emergency repair needs.
• Ensure all maintenance work is performed safely and in compliance with company standards and regulations.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and inventory of spare parts.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Industrial Maintenance Technician or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to read and understand technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and maintenance equipment.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• A commitment to safety and a strong work ethic.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for continuous training and professional advancement.
• Exposure to a wide range of industrial equipment and technologies.
• A stable work environment with a focus on safety and teamwork.
• Potential for hybrid work arrangements for certain reporting and planning tasks.