Maintenance Technician - Remote Oversight

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Remote; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary and overtime

Medical insurance

Pension fund

Training opportunities

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Technician to join our on-site team in Welkom. You will perform hands-on upkeep, repair, and installation of critical machinery and infrastructure to ensure minimal downtime and maximum operational efficiency.

The role requires interpreting data from remote diagnostics and collaborating with digital monitoring systems to optimize facility operations while adhering to safety standards and quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on maintenance experience in industrial settings.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Familiarity with remote monitoring data is a plus.
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and emergency maintenance on industrial machinery and facility equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Conduct preventative maintenance schedules to ensure equipment longevity and reliability.
• Install new equipment and assist with system upgrades as needed.
• Interpret diagnostic reports and data provided by remote monitoring systems.
• Maintain detailed logs of all maintenance activities, parts used, and issues encountered.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Remote data

Safety emphasis

Tool proficiency

Education

Vocational training

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Maintenance Technician to join their operational team in Welkom . While this role is primarily on-site, it involves significant interaction with remote monitoring systems and requires the ability to interpret data provided by remote diagnostics. You will be responsible for the hands-on upkeep, repair, and installation of critical machinery and infrastructure, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum operational efficiency. This position is ideal for a skilled technician who is adept at both physical maintenance tasks and understanding technical data relayed through digital channels, contributing to the robust functioning of our facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine and emergency maintenance on industrial machinery and facility equipment.


• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.


• Conduct preventative maintenance schedules to ensure equipment longevity and reliability.


• Install new equipment and assist with system upgrades as needed.


• Interpret diagnostic reports and data provided by remote monitoring systems.


• Maintain detailed logs of all maintenance activities, parts used, and issues encountered.


• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Maintenance Technician or in a similar hands-on technical role.


• Strong mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills.


• Familiarity with interpreting data from remote monitoring or diagnostic systems is a plus.


• Ability to read and understand technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.


• Proficiency in using hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment.


• A commitment to safety and quality workmanship.


• Relevant vocational training or certification in mechanical or electrical maintenance.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and overtime opportunities.


• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.


• Paid time off and public holiday compensation.


• Pension fund with employer contributions.


• Opportunities for further training and skill development within the maintenance field.