Maintenance Assistant

Findojobs South Africa; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in South Africa is seeking a skilled Maintenance Assistant to ensure optimal operation of machinery and facilities. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in a manufacturing setting, general electrical knowledge, and welding skills. You will work closely with the Maintenance Manager, keeping compliance with health and safety policies. This role offers a competitive salary of R12,000 per month.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunity to grow alongside the Maintenance Manager

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Valid driver’s license and own transport required.

Responsibilities

• Conducting general machine maintenance.
• Improving and maintaining machinery efficiency.
• Planning and overseeing repair and installation activities.

Skills

General electrical knowledge

Welding skills

Proficiency in Afrikaans

Education

Matric certificate

Completed Trade Test in Millwright/Electrician

Job description

Are you an experienced Maintenance Assistant with a passion for keeping things running smoothly? If you have 2 to 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, a Matric certificate, general electrical knowledge, and welding skills, we want to hear from you!

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary: R12,000 per month
• Location: Olifantsfontein / Clayville
• Opportunity to Grow: Work alongside the Maintenance Manager to ensure the facilities and machinery operate at its best.

Your Role:
As a Maintenance Assistant, you will play a crucial role in:

• Conducting general machine maintenance
• Improving and maintaining machinery efficiency
• Performing facility maintenance
• Planning and overseeing repair and installation activities
• Keeping maintenance logs and reporting daily activities
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety policies

Minimum Requirements:

• Completed Trade Test in Millwright/ Electrician - would be beneficial
• General electrical knowledge
• Proficiency in Afrikaans is a requirement.
• Welding experience
• 3 years of working experience in a maintenance capacity
• Valid driver’s license and own transport

Important Notes:

• Only candidates meeting the minimum criteria will be considered.
• Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.
• If you do not hear from us by mid-June 2025 please consider your application unsuccessful.

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE YOUR OWN VEHICLE

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU ARE NOT WILLING TO WORK SHIFTS

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU ARE ALREADY EARNING MORE THAN R12 000 PER MONTH - THE SALARY IS NOT NEGOTIABLE