Millwrights

Greys Personnel; Durban; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Greys Personnel is seeking an Asset Care Technician with both electrical and/or mechanical expertise for a bottling FMCG environment in KwaZulu-Natal. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, autonomous maintenance coaching, and equipment optimization.

Ideal candidates have an N6 engineering or equivalent trade test, 5+ years as an artisan in utilities, and SAP/Harford familiarity. You will work in a safety-driven, 5S MMS setting and participate in capital projects as needed.

Qualifications

• N6 engineering or equivalent trade test (Electrical or Mechanical) is required.
• Minimum 5 years' experience as an artisan in utilities.
• Minimum 3 years in an FMCG environment, preferably bottling.
• Strong numerical/verbal reasoning and MS Office skills with SAP experience.
• Understanding of asset performance and maintenance philosophy; root cause analysis.
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team; good communication.
• Knowledge of bottling equipment and risk standards; food safety awareness.
• Experience with SAP and Harford is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and organized workplace following Safety and 5S MMS practices.
• Provide asset care resources (electrical and/or mechanical) to Operations.
• Ensure all PPM schedules are carried out at defined frequency and standard.
• Coach operators to perform autonomous maintenance and machine setup optimization.
• Support capital work including installation, commissioning and testing.
• Feed into early equipment management and use MMS tools.
• Utilize SAP for reporting and recording completions; attend SIC processes.
• Participate in line improvements and daily/weekly asset care reviews.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

SAP experience

Root cause analysis

5S MMS

Teamwork

Communication skills

Problem solving

Autonomous work

Education

N6 engineering or equivalent trade test (Electrical or Mechanical)

Tools

SAP system

Harford

Job description

Minimum requirements

N6 engineering and Equivalent trade test (Electrical or Mechanical) 5 years' experience as an artisan in Utilities Minimum of 3 years in an FMCG environment, preferably in bottling Numerical/verbal reasoning Computer literate, MS Office and SAP experience Understanding of Asset Performance and maintenance philosophy with excellent process improvement skills and a solid foundation in process understanding and problem-solving (eg root cause analysis) Ability to work autonomously. Ability to work in a team and be an effective team member, with good communication skills Has the strength of character to challenge poor team behaviours and non-adherence to standards. Functioned in an environment with FSSC accreditation with a clear understanding of how maintenance influences food safety and quality. Surfaces problems; doesn't hide them. Is an ambassador for Manufacturing Excellence and continuous improvement. Responds to change in a positive and flexible manner, adaptability. Has a safe working knowledge and understands the need for maintaining legal compliance. Sound knowledge of bottling principles, e.g., Labeller, Rinser, Filler, and Capping maintenance Knowledge of risk standards (Quality / H&S / Environment) and safety and hygiene compliance procedures Working knowledge of SAP, Harford

Key Responsibilities

Maintain a safe and organised workplace environment through adherence to the Safety and 5S MMS practices. Provide Asset Care Technician resources (electrical and/or mechanical) to the Operations team. Accountable for ensuring all assigned Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedules are carried out at the defined frequency and completed to the required standard. Coach operators to perform autonomous maintenance tasks, machine set-up optimisation and support growth in equipment capability as required. Support capital work, including installation, commissioning and testing within the area as required. Responsible for feeding into early equipment management. Make full use of SAP - SAP reporting & recording completion. Review RCM activity on a weekly basis. Apply and use MMS principles, tools and techniques, contributing positively to MMS ITFs. Manage personal data in Workday, e.g., P4G and personal details, My Learning Hub, etc. Attend and contribute to SIC process. Complete short interval control documentation on activities. Raise and attend 5 Whys as defined by agreed trigger points. Work with Operators and team leaders to play a proactive role in situational problem solving on shift. Fixing problems and finding solutions via RCPS. Participate in line improvement projects. Engage in start-of-shift meetings and performance-based team meetings to raise and address persistent performance issues. Participate in daily, weekly, and monthly asset care review meetings. Anticipate issues and be more proactive in your approach. Support TLs & Operators to build asset care and RCPS capability. Attend all Tier 1 meetings and Tier 2 meetings as required, contribute to the agenda and complete actions as required. Add to the maintenance system by optimising work schedules to add value. All planned maintenance schedules issued to be completed on time and in full. Potential to carry out standby activities as and when required. Carry out audits and inspections on equipment deems to fall under legislative requirements. Able to run with and manage projects such eg.FI improvements.