Maintenance Technician – FMCG Plant & Equipment

Premier Fmcg (Pty) Ltd

Oos-Kaap

On-site

ZAR 180,000 - 260,000

Full time

8 days ago
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Job summary

Premier FMCG (Pty) Ltd in South Africa seeks a Maintenance Assistant to support general and technical maintenance on-site. You will help keep mechanical equipment and plant running, assist with preventive maintenance, and contribute to installation and project work as needed.

The role requires Grade 12 and 1–3 years in FMCG, with strong engineering knowledge, food safety awareness, and good communication. You will work shifts, weekends, and standby as rostered, with a focus on safety and

Qualifications

  • Grade 12 minimum educational requirement.
  • 1–3 years' experience in an FMCG environment.
  • Expert knowledge of engineering principles and processes.
  • Industry experience in FMCG.
  • Food safety knowledge is advantageous.
  • In-house systems and procedures familiarity.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in tasks.
  • Analytical thinking and decision making abilities.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Teamwork and collaborative approach to maintenance.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with carrying out preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment.
  • Assist with installation and project work and undertake light installation.
  • Report defects noticed while performing duties.
  • Assist tradespeople with electrical, plumbing or HVAC repairs.
  • Undertake duties as assigned or during emergencies.
  • Provide technical assistance and perform maintenance and light repairs.
  • Visually inspect all system parts, valves, pipes and water treatment for safe operation.

Skills

Engineering principles
Analytical thinking
Communication skills
Problem solving
Teamwork
Operational management

Education

Grade 12

Job description

Premier FMCG (Pty) Ltd in South Africa seeks a Maintenance Assistant to support general and technical maintenance on-site. You will help keep mechanical equipment and plant running, assist with preventive maintenance, and contribute to installation and project work as needed.

The role requires Grade 12 and 1–3 years in FMCG, with strong engineering knowledge, food safety awareness, and good communication. You will work shifts, weekends, and standby as rostered, with a focus on safety and

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