Maintenance Assistance

SGS; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading certification company in Gauteng is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to install, maintain, and repair mechanical and electrical plant equipment. The role involves adherence to safety protocols and performing routine maintenance. Ideal candidates will have a Matric certificate with Maths and Science along with good problem-solving and communication skills. This position may require long hours and on-call availability.

Qualifications

• Matric with Maths & Science required.
• Good understanding of the technical features of plumbing, carpentry, and electrical systems.
• General hand tools and basic equipment use.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair all equipment at the Geochem Laboratories.
• Carry out routine services on equipments.
• Be available for emergency call outs and work long hours when required.

Skills

Good understanding of plumbing

Strong knowledge of machines and equipment

Good problem-solving skills

Good communication skills

Team cooperation

Writing and reading skills in English

Education

Matric with Maths & Science

Tools

General hand tools

Job description

Company Description

SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance, and sustainability.

Job Description

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Maintenance Assistance to install, maintain and repair mechanical and electrical plant equipment's, follow maintenance schedules, attend to breakdowns and upheld safety standards.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain and repair all equipment at the Geochem Laboratories.
• Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
• Be compliant to all SGS QHSE and HR policies and procedures.
• At all times, comply with SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct.
• Carries out routine services on equipments.
• Carries out conveyor belts repairs and or replacements by mechanical splicing, replacement of idler rollers and scrapers.
• Carries out routine services on oil and air filters, suctions system, crushing and other systems in plant.
• Caries out services and repairs on furnaces, crushers, pulverizes and general facility.
• Manufactures parts and tools through use of basic hand tools and simple turning.
• Performs messenger/driver duties; collects and delivers tools and equipment for the department.
• Assists in Mechanical and Electrical on major jobs’ repair and services as and required.
• Cleans and keeps work areas clean.
• Being able to locate plant problems and resolve effectively to avoid losses and trips.
• Being available for emergency call outs and weekend
• Working long hours when required.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Matric with Maths & Science

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Good understanding of the technical features of plumbing, carpentry, and electrical systems.
• Strong knowledge of the facilities’ machines and equipment.
• General hand tools and basic equipment use.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Team cooperation and commitment
• Writing and reading skills in English
• Procedural awareness and understanding.
• Achievement of work targets
• Cooperation and compliance with instructions
• General Conduct
• Safety adherence