Maintenance Technician

Staff Solutions; East London; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A local engineering firm in East London seeks a qualified Millwright/Mechatronics technician for mechanical and electrical maintenance. Responsibilities include planned and preventative maintenance, predictive maintenance, and assisting in machinery modification. Candidates must possess Grade 12 and relevant certification, with experience in automotive sectors preferred. Computer literacy and strong communication skills in English are essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and pneumatic maintenance on machinery.
• Communicate with production for support.
• Report machinery wear and tear needing repairs.
• Assist in modifying and commissioning machinery.

Skills

Mechanical systems understanding

Electrical knowledge

Robotics experience

Pneumatics expertise

Computer literacy

Ability to read technical drawings

Self-starter

Safety rule knowledge

Excellent English communication

Education

Grade 12 or Matric

Certification as qualified Millwright / Mechatronics

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Mechanical, pneumatic, ASI systems, Kuka Robots and HMI’s, Planned and Preventative maintenance and repairs to machinery and equipment, including plant as required.
• Predictive maintenance and must be able to communicate with Production as a support.
• Report deterioration and excessive wear and tear on machinery, equipment and plant that requires major repairs to be carried out.
• Report all delays that cannot be completed in the planned time frame due to additional faults and problems identified during the maintenance or repairs to the machine or equipment.
• Assist with the manufacturing, refurbishment or modification to existing machinery and equipment as required.
• Assist with the installation and commissioning of refurbished, modified or new machines, as required.

Job Requirements

• Grade 12 or Matric
• Certification as qualified Millwright / Mechatronics.
• Must be computer Literate
• Experience as a qualified tradesman, preferably in automotive sector.
• Experienced in Electrical, Robotics, ASI and Pneumatics.
• Understand and be able read electrical, and pneumatic circuits and drawings.
• Self-starter, hard and conscious worker.
• Understanding and knowledge of Company rules and regulations, and Safety rules and regulations applicable to the Company.
• Experience in mechatronics
• Excellent command of English – written and verbal