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Mechanical Technician

Sappi

Mbombela

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ZAR 300 000 - 400 000

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Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Mbombela seeks a skilled Mechanical Technician to enhance plant reliability and maintenance. Responsibilities include leading projects, conducting technical investigations, and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates should have a diploma in Mechanical Engineering and relevant experience. This full-time role offers opportunities for professional growth within the pulp and paper industry.

Qualifications

  • 3–5 years of relevant practical experience in an industrial environment.
  • Experience in the Pulp and Paper industry is advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and execute Capital and Renewal Projects, including planning and cost control.
  • Conduct technical investigations and implement sustainable solutions.
  • Provide mechanical support in fault-finding and equipment performance improvements.
  • Coordinate and monitor statutory inspections and ensure compliance.
  • Develop and maintain preventive maintenance schedules and documentation.
  • Coach and guide operational teams as needed.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance
Problem-solving
Project execution
Safety compliance

Education

NQF Level 6 – Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP
MDT
Job description
Description

Are you passionate about mechanical maintenance and plant reliability? We're seeking a skilled Mechanical Technician to support plant performance through expert maintenance, problem‑solving, and project execution.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and execute Capital and Renewal Projects, including planning, contractor adjudication, team coordination, and cost control.
  • Conduct technical investigations and feasibility studies, identify root causes of failures, and implement sustainable solutions.
  • Provide specialist mechanical support in fault‑finding, breakdowns, and equipment performance improvements.
  • Coordinate and monitor statutory inspections (e.g., pressure vessels, structures) and ensure legal compliance.
  • Develop and maintain preventive maintenance schedules, standards (QCPs), and documentation for plant equipment.
  • Utilize systems such as SAP and MDT to support maintenance planning, cost control, and shut execution.
  • Coach and guide operational teams, and step into leadership roles as needed, including stand‑by responsibilities.
  • Promote and enforce safety compliance, perform plant audits and lockout inspections, and support continuous improvement aligned with Sappi Fundamentals.
Requirements
  • Minimum Qualification: NQF Level 6 – Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
  • Experience: 3–5 years of relevant practical experience in an industrial environment.
  • Advantageous: Experience in the Pulp and Paper industry.
Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing

Location: City of Mbombela, Mpumalanga, South Africa

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