Maintenance Technician – Machinery & Repairs

Origin Wine Stellenbosch (Pty) Ltd; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Origin Wine Stellenbosch is seeking a reliable Handyman to support our operations. You will perform machine maintenance, welding, plumbing, painting, and basic electrical tasks, and ensure workshop tools and spare parts are well cared for.

With at least 2 years in a similar environment, Grade 12, and a trade certificate advantage, you will contribute to safety, housekeeping, and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Trade certificate will be an advantage.
• Minimum 2 years in a similar environment and role.

Responsibilities

• Machine and Equipment Maintenance
• Assists in carrying out maintenance tasks according to instructions and specifications on the job card
• Attends to minor break downs on machines and equipment upon request
• Carries out welding tasks when necessary
• Performs workshop repair work when necessary
• Carries out greasing tasks on a weekly and a monthly basis
• Carries out PVC pipe work when required
• Carries out minor electrical tasks such as repair work for switches, plugs etc and replacing light bulbs
• Ensures the maintenance of the spare parts store is in a good order at all times
• Ensures proper care and use of workshop machines, tools and equipment
• All other Handyman duties as required
• Inspects production lines on a daily basis and replaces broken parts where necessary or reports mechanical malfunctions to the Maintenance Manager for further investigation
• Records water and machine readings on a daily basis
• Checks and monitors spare parts on a regular basis (daily, weekly and monthly)
• Checks and records forklift readings on a daily basis
• Performs monthly vehicle and forklift check-up’s and takes the necessary corrective action where required
• Identifies and performs basic repairs of plumbing leaks or breaks, opens clogged drains and replaces washers and other minor parts
• Carries out various paint work on buildings by preparing surfaces and painting according to job card
• Adheres to QMS standards and procedures
• Follows QMS protocol as described by QMS procedures
• Assists in the controlling of CCPs including Sanitation Testing of machines and equipment worked on during maintenance
• Carries out sanitation of workshop and parts store
• Adheres to protective clothing policy
• Ensures compliance with company and statutory H&S policies and procedures
• W orks closely with the safety representative to ensure adherence to safe work practices
• Ensures housekeeping is kept in order and meets required standards and all areas of responsibility are clean and neat

Skills

Maintenance

Welding

Electrical

Plumbing

Painting

Quality Management Systems

Health & Safety

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Trade certificate (advantage)

Job description

Origin Wine Stellenbosch is seeking a reliable Handyman to support our operations. You will perform machine maintenance, welding, plumbing, painting, and basic electrical tasks, and ensure workshop tools and spare parts are well cared for.

With at least 2 years in a similar environment, Grade 12, and a trade certificate advantage, you will contribute to safety, housekeeping, and quality standards.