Industrial Maintenance Technician — Ongoing Training

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Training and skill development

Overtime opportunities

Stable work environment

Advancement within maintenance dept

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician for a manufacturing facility in Mahikeng. The role focuses on keeping production machinery reliable, performing preventive maintenance, diagnosing issues, and minimizing downtime in the North West region.

The ideal candidate has hands-on problem-solving skills, strong mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic capabilities, and a commitment to safety and procedures in a busy industrial setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certifications are a plus.
• Proven experience as a Maintenance Technician in a manufacturing/industrial setting.
• Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals and schematics.
• Experience with welding, fabrication, and general repair techniques.
• Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to procedures.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on a variety of industrial machinery and equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic system failures.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used.
• Ensure all maintenance work complies with safety regulations and company policies.
• Assist with the installation of new equipment and machinery.
• Collaborate with production teams to ensure minimal disruption during maintenance activities.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Education

High school diploma

Technical certifications (advantage)

Tools

Welding

Fabrication

General repair techniques

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician for a manufacturing facility in Mahikeng. The role focuses on keeping production machinery reliable, performing preventive maintenance, diagnosing issues, and minimizing downtime in the North West region.

The ideal candidate has hands-on problem-solving skills, strong mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic capabilities, and a commitment to safety and procedures in a busy industrial setting.