Maintenance Assistance

SGS; Orkney; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company in Orkney seeks a Maintenance Assistance to manage and repair mechanical and electrical plant equipment. The role demands skills in plumbing, electrical systems, and requires a Grade 12 qualification with mathematics and science. Candidates should demonstrate problem-solving capabilities, safety adherence, and a cooperative team spirit, with duties including routine maintenance tasks and emergency call-outs as necessary. A focus on quality and compliance with company policies is essential.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 qualification required.
• Good problem-solving skills essential.
• Must understand technical features of different systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Carry out routine maintenance and repairs on various systems.
• Comply with all quality and safety requirements.

Skills

Understanding of plumbing systems

Knowledge of electrical systems

Problem-solving skills

Team cooperation

Basic equipment use

English reading and writing skills

Safety adherence

Education

Grade 12 with mathematics and science

Tools

General hand tools

Job 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

• Grade 12, with mathematics and 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.
• 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

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.