PackMark / PackWorx Workshop Assistant

Pyrotechincal Marketing (pty) Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

An engineering solutions company in Cape Town is seeking a Workshop Assistant to support skilled artisans. The ideal candidate is hands-on and eager to gain practical experience in workshop tasks such as assisting with tool preparations and maintaining cleanliness. This is a contract position with a pay rate of R45 to R60 per hour, closing date for applications is 05 September 2025.

Qualifications

• Matric certificate is required.
• Experience in a workshop environment preferred.
• Familiarity with various tools needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist Artisans with daily workshop tasks.
• Prepare tools and materials for use.
• Maintain workshop cleanliness.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Education

Matric certificate

College phase training

Tools

Cutting tools

Power tools

Measurement tools

Job description

Overview

PackWorx is our specialised engineering machine workshop focusing on the design, manufacture, and maintenance of conveyors, feeding, and automated systems for the packaging and manufacturing industries. With an increased demand for customised engineering solutions, we are looking for a Workshop Assistant to support our Artisans to ensure we continue delivering quality workmanship and innovative solutions. This role is ideal for a hands-on, technically minded individual who is eager to gain practical experience while supporting skilled artisans.

Requirements

• Matric certificate
• College phase training – advantageous
• Minimum 1 year workshop experience
• Minimum 1 year experience using tools (cutting, power, measurement and workshop tools – i.e. drills, grinders, spanners, cut off saws etc)
• Willingness to learn – fitting, turning and machining processes
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety requirements
• Reliable and punctual
• Able to take instructions and work under supervisor

Duties

• Assist and support Artisans with daily workshop tasks
• Preparing tools, materials and machines for daily use
• Maintaining cleanliness and order in the workshop
• Follow safety and quality guidelines

Please note this is a contract position and successful applicants should not expect permanent employment. Successful candidates will be paid between R45 to R60 per hour.

Closing date for applications is 05 September 2025 and no late applications will be reviewed.

Please DO NOT apply should you not meet the above requirements.

Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks of submitting your CV, please consider your application unsuccessful.