Maintenance Artisan - Millwright

Abantu Staffing Solutions; East London; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing solutions provider in East London is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to manage both mechanical and electrical maintenance of plant machinery. Candidates should have N4 in Electrical Engineering or a Diploma in a relevant field, along with Red Seal certification. A minimum of 5 years experience in a manufacturing environment is required, with a strong emphasis on troubleshooting and preventative maintenance. This position offers an opportunity to ensure operational excellence in a dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• 5 years post apprenticeship experience in a similar role within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experienced on Injection Molding Machines an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring Preventative Maintenance is carried out according to schedules for both Mechanical and Electrical.
• Identifying reasons for machine downtime through root cause analysis.
• Completing basic preventative maintenance.
• Speedily rectifying breakdowns.

Skills

Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals

Excellent leadership and organizational skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to learn fast and be independent

Education

N4 in Electrical Engineering/Millwright or Diploma in Electrical Engineering/Mechatronics

Red Seal certification

Tools

Injection Molding Machines (Engel)

ABB Robots

Siemens TIA portal

Variable speed drives (VSDs)

Computerized Maintenance Management Systems

Job description

Job Purpose

• Plan and carry out daily Mechanical and Electrical Maintenance to all plant machinery

Minimum Requirements

• N4 in Electrical Engineering/Millwright or Diploma in Electrical Engineering/Mechatronics
• Red Seal certification mandatory for Millwright/Electrician.
• 5 years post apprenticeship experience in a similar role within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experienced on Injection Molding Machines (Engel) an added advantage.
• Experienced on ABB Robots, Siemens TIA portal and Variable speed drives (VSDs) an added advantage.
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals (mandatory)
• Strong analytical & problem-solving skills.

Main Responsibilities

• Ensuring Preventative Maintenance is carried out according to schedules for both Mechanical and Electrical
• To identify, verify and analyse reasons for machine downtime through root cause analysis and implementation of permanent corrective actions to continuously reduce machine downtime.
• Frequently check stock levels for all spares/materials and order in time
• Assisting the Maintenance Manager in periodic trend analysis of breakdowns and expenditure with recommendations for continual improvement
• Involvement in daily emergencies and urgent work requests
• Completion of basic preventative maintenance
• Ensuring 5S System and safe working standards are always adhered to
• Keeping the Maintenance Manager informed of abnormal or critical situations and seeking advice on matters outside the Planner's knowledge or authority
• Ensuring maintenance procedures and documentation complies with relevant Quality Assurance standards and Safety Standards
• Electrical installations and PLC’s
• Mechanical installations
• General buildings and all utilities
• Comply with OHS Act Regulations and other Legislation
• Involve with all new projects etc.
• Accurately carry out maintenance schedules for production machinery and services (Electrical and Mechanical)
• Carry out lubrication schedules
• All work must be performed safely according to all safety regulations
• Speedily rectify breakdowns and after hours call outs
• Weekly shift and stand by duty to be performed as per roster
• Adhere to Company HSEE policy
• Perform shift and standby call out duties
• Working overtime when required as agreed by Plant Engineer

Key Skills and Competencies

• Ability to learn fast and be independent
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems preferred