Mechanical Maintenance Technician: Growth & Training

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health training

Career growth

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Mechanical Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair machinery at their Nelspruit facility. You will perform preventative and reactive maintenance on pumps, conveyors, and production equipment, ensuring smooth operation and safety.

The role requires diagnostic skills, reading mechanical drawings, and a meticulous approach to record-keeping, safety compliance, and proactive maintenance to minimize downtime in the Mpumalanga industrial sector.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Maintenance Technician.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings.
• Knowledge of workplace safety procedures and standards.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical failures, including gearboxes, bearings, and hydraulic systems.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
• Utilize a variety of hand and power tools for maintenance and repair tasks.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety regulations and company procedures.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance performed, parts used, and equipment status.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Mechanical Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair machinery at their Nelspruit facility. You will perform preventative and reactive maintenance on pumps, conveyors, and production equipment, ensuring smooth operation and safety.

The role requires diagnostic skills, reading mechanical drawings, and a meticulous approach to record-keeping, safety compliance, and proactive maintenance to minimize downtime in the Mpumalanga industrial sector.