Maintenance Technician

Elchemie; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 279,000 - 335,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Provident fund contributions

Industry-leading polymers team

Competitive monthly remuneration

Job summary

Elchemie in Centurion, South Africa, seeks an experienced maintenance technician to install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, lighting, control equipment, and mechanical systems as instructed. You will perform preventative maintenance and respond quickly to breakdowns to minimise downtime.

The role requires a Qualified Electrical Trade certification and a minimum of 5 years in a maintenance position; standby availability and a willingness to attend callouts are essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified Electrical Trade certification is required.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in a maintenance role.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, lighting systems, control equipment, and mechanical systems as instructed.
• Carry out maintenance, repairs, and upgrades to machinery and facilities in line with approved plans.
• Perform preventative maintenance on electrical and mechanical equipment according to schedules.
• Inspect electrical and mechanical components and report on compliance with relevant legislation and standards.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical faults and execute repairs to minimise downtime.
• Respond to breakdowns, callouts, and emergency maintenance situations.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance work, repairs, and upgrades completed.
• Ensure maintenance areas are safe, clean, and organized.

Education

Qualified Electrical Trade certification

Job description

What youâll be doing

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, lighting systems, control equipment, and mechanical systems as instructed.
• Carry out maintenance, repairs, and upgrades to machinery and facilities in line with approved plans.
• Perform preventative maintenance on electrical and mechanical equipment according to schedules.
• Inspect Electrical and mechanical components and report on compliance with relevant legislation and standards.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical faults and execute repairs to minimise downtime.
• Identify maintenance needs and obtain approval prior to executing repairs or upgrades.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns, callouts, and emergency maintenance situations.
• Report unsafe conditions, hazards, and equipment malfunctions immediately to management.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance work, repairs, and upgrades completed.
• Ensure maintenance areas are clean, organised, and safe at all times.
• Monitor maintenance stock levels and report shortages.
• Assist with procurement and receiving of maintenance materials when required.
• Support training initiatives and assist with on-the-job training where necessary.
• Provide suggestions to improve equipment reliability, safety, and operational efficiency.
• Comply with all health, safety, environmental, and ISO/QMS requirements, including proper use of PPE and adherence to isolation procedures.
• Perform standby duties and respond to after-hours callouts as per schedule.

What youâll need

• Qualified Electrical Trade certification
• Minimum 5+ yearsâ experience in a maintenance role
• Strong electrical and mechanical experience, including installations.
• Ability to issue Certificates of Compliance (COCs) (not necessary but will be beneficial)
• Experience in the plastic manufacturing industry is advantageous.
• Willingness to work standby and attend callouts.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Must have own transport.

What is in it for you?

• Competitive monthly remuneration package of R25 000 - R30 000 based on experience and interview performance.
• Provident fund company contribution.
• Be part of an industry-leading team in the polymers landscape.

A Few Things to Know

Please note that applicants WITHOUT their OWN CAR will not be considered for this role. This role requires standby availability for after-hours outages.