Plant & Yard Operations Specialist

The Recruitment Pro; Durban; On-site; ZAR 167,400 - 223,200; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Plant and Yard Assistant for a role based in Kwa-Zulu Natal. The position involves ensuring efficient operations within the plant, asset management, and yard control, supporting the Plant and Yard Manager. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of technical or plant-related experience and a Grade 12 qualification. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, maintaining records, and supporting compliance efforts. This hands-on role requires a practical mindset and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• 2+ years technical or plant-related experience.
• Hands-on, operational mindset.
• Basic mechanical and plant knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Assist with plant, asset and yard operations per BOS process flow.
• Conduct pre- and post-inspections on internal and external assets.
• Perform minor maintenance and monitor preventative maintenance needs.
• Maintain accurate asset, service, calibration and audit records.
• Support stock takes and asset register updates.
• Ensure documentation for drivers, operators and labour is complete and on time.
• Assist with yard, building and premises upkeep.
• Support SHEQ compliance and reporting.
• Provide operational support to Plant and Yard Manager.

Skills

Asset and stock control

Plant and yard operations

Preventative maintenance support

Administration and document control

Education

Grade 12

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Plant and Yard Assistant for a role based in Kwa-Zulu Natal. The position involves ensuring efficient operations within the plant, asset management, and yard control, supporting the Plant and Yard Manager. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of technical or plant-related experience and a Grade 12 qualification. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, maintaining records, and supporting compliance efforts. This hands-on role requires a practical mindset and teamwork skills.