Maintenance Technician

North Coast Labour Consultants CC; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in the automotive sector is seeking a Maintenance Technician responsible for maintaining production equipment in KwaZulu-Natal. The ideal candidate will perform preventative and corrective maintenance and ensure compliance with automotive standards. Strong troubleshooting skills, especially in electrical and mechanical systems, and a trade-tested qualification are essential. The role includes supporting production with minimal downtime, enhancing equipment reliability, and participation in safety audits and improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in automotive manufacturing.
• Experience in wire harness manufacturing is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on production equipment.
• Ensure minimal downtime and maintain quality and safety standards.
• Respond quickly to breakdowns to minimise production downtime.
• Support Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing initiatives.

Skills

Troubleshooting electrical faults

Preventative maintenance planning

Mechanical fault finding

Knowledge of pneumatic systems

Education

Trade Tested Artisan (Electrical/Mechanical/Millwright preferred)

N6/National Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PLC systems

Crimping machines

Job description

We are recruiting on behalf of our client in the automotive manufacturing sector for a Maintenance Technician to perform preventative and corrective maintenance on production equipment, GIG boards, memory boards, and associated assembly tooling.

The successful candidate will ensure minimal downtime, maintain quality and safety standards, and support continuous improvement initiatives aligned to automotive industry requirements.

Equipment & Tooling Maintenance

• Conduct preventative and breakdown maintenance GIG boards, memory boards, cutting, crimping and testing equipment, and pneumatic and electrical assembly tooling
• Diagnose mechanical, pneumatic, and basic electrical faults
• Repair or replace defective components on assembly boards and jigs
• Ensure GIG board alignment, calibration, and structural integrity

Production Support

• Respond quickly to breakdowns to minimise production downtime
• Support production during changeovers and new model introductions
• Assist in tooling modifications and board updates
• Work closely with Production and Quality teams to resolve recurring issues

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime
• Support Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing initiatives
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and reports
• Ensure compliance with ISO / IATF automotive standards

Safety & Compliance

• Adhere to plant safety standards and lock-out procedures
• Ensure tooling and boards meet safety and ergonomic standards
• Participate in internal audits and continuous improvement reviews

Minimum Requirements

• Trade Tested Artisan (Electrical / Mechanical / Millwright preferred)
  OR
• N6 / National Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• 3–5 years’ experience in automotive manufacturing
• Experience in wire harness manufacturing highly advantageous

Technical Competencies

• Strong understanding of GIG boards and assembly boards
• Experience with memory boards
• Knowledge of assembly jigs and fixtures
• Pneumatics and basic electrical systems knowledge
• Mechanical and electrical fault finding
• Ability to interpret wiring diagrams and technical drawings
• Knowledge of crimping machines and cable cutting equipment
• Tool calibration and alignment
• Preventative maintenance planning
• Basic PLC exposure advantageous
• Understanding of Lean / 5S principles

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