Maintenance Technician - Remote Support

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible hours

Learning & development

Impact across sites

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a skilled Maintenance Technician to provide remote support for manufacturing facilities near Port Elizabeth. You will diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, guide on-site teams, and help optimize maintenance schedules from a distance.

The role focuses on reducing downtime across multiple sites, developing SOPs, and using remote tools to communicate clear repair steps. Ideal candidates have proven maintenance experience and strong problem-solving, with excellent remote

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Maintenance Technician in a manufacturing setting with expertise in mechanical and electrical systems.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, able to articulate technical instructions remotely.
• Familiarity with various types of industrial machinery and control systems.
• Proficiency in using remote communication tools and potentially remote access software.

Responsibilities

• Provide remote technical support and troubleshooting for mechanical and electrical equipment failures.
• Guide on-site technicians through complex repair procedures and diagnostic processes.
• Review maintenance logs and performance data to recommend preventative maintenance strategies.
• Assist in developing and updating standard operating procedures (SOPs) for equipment maintenance.
• Identify recurring equipment issues and propose long-term solutions or upgrades.

Skills

Maintenance Technician experience

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Remote troubleshooting

Technical communication

Tools

Remote access software

Remote communication tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled and experienced Maintenance Technician to provide remote support for their manufacturing facilities, including operations near Port Elizabeth . This role involves offering expert technical guidance and troubleshooting assistance to on-site maintenance teams via remote communication channels. You will diagnose equipment issues, provide step-by-step instructions for repairs and preventative maintenance, and help optimize maintenance schedules. The ideal candidate is a seasoned technician who can effectively guide others and solve complex mechanical and electrical problems from a distance, contributing significantly to minimizing downtime across multiple sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide remote technical support and troubleshooting for mechanical and electrical equipment failures.
• Guide on-site technicians through complex repair procedures and diagnostic processes.
• Review maintenance logs and performance data to recommend preventative maintenance strategies.
• Assist in developing and updating standard operating procedures (SOPs) for equipment maintenance.
• Identify recurring equipment issues and propose long-term solutions or upgrades.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Maintenance Technician in a manufacturing setting, with expertise in both mechanical and electrical systems.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical instructions remotely.
• Familiarity with various types of industrial machinery and control systems.
• Proficiency in using remote communication tools and potentially remote access software.

Benefits

• Competitive salary for a remote position.
• Flexible work hours, allowing for a better work-life balance.
• Access to continuous learning and development opportunities.
• The chance to impact operational efficiency across multiple facilities without on-site travel.
• A supportive team environment that values expertise and problem-solving.