Industrial Maintenance Technician — Rustenburg Plant

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West is seeking an Industrial Plant Maintenance Technician to ensure the smooth operation of heavy industrial machinery and production lines. You will perform scheduled maintenance, diagnose equipment faults and implement preventive measures to minimize downtime.

The ideal candidate has strong mechanical and electrical skills, experience with PLCs, and a proactive approach to safety and problem-solving in a demanding industrial setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Industrial Maintenance Technician in a manufacturing or heavy industry setting.
• Strong mechanical and electrical skills and the ability to read manuals, schematics and drawings.
• Experience with PLCs, diagnostics tools and safety procedures.
• Lockout/tagout knowledge and strict safety compliance.
• Welding, fabrication or machining experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance on conveyors, pumps, motors and hydraulic systems.
• Diagnose malfunctions, identify root causes and implement repairs.
• Conduct preventative maintenance according to schedules.
• Install, repair and replace machinery components as needed.
• Read manuals and blueprints to guide maintenance work.
• Maintain maintenance logs and reports.
• Ensure safety regulations and company policies are followed.
• Assist in setup and commissioning of new equipment.

Skills

Mechanical Skills

Electrical Knowledge

PLCs

Reading Schematics

Lockout/Tagout

Diagnostic Tools

Teamwork

Job description

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West is seeking an Industrial Plant Maintenance Technician to ensure the smooth operation of heavy industrial machinery and production lines. You will perform scheduled maintenance, diagnose equipment faults and implement preventive measures to minimize downtime.

The ideal candidate has strong mechanical and electrical skills, experience with PLCs, and a proactive approach to safety and problem-solving in a demanding industrial setting.