Senior Maintenance Technician (Plastic Manufacturing)

AtripleA Recruitment & Temps; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Maintenance Technician for a plastic manufacturing company in Olifantsfontein, Johannesburg. The role includes responsibilities such as servicing and repairing machinery, conducting safety inspections, and executing projects. Candidates must be trade tested as a Millwright with extensive PLC and electronics experience, and be proficient in English and Afrikaans.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of post-qualification experience.
• Ability to work under pressure with a sense of urgency.
• Physical fitness for demanding work.

Responsibilities

• Attend to electrical and mechanical breakdowns.
• Service and repair electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on machinery.

Skills

Fault finding on PLCs

Knowledge of plastics machinery

Ability to work independently

Proficient in English and Afrikaans

Education

Trade tested as a qualified Millwright

Job description

Maintenance : Senior Maintenance Technician (Plastic Manufacturing)

Location : Olifantsfontein (Johannesburg)

A large and established plastic packaging manufacturing concern has a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Maintenance Technician.

Key Responsibilities (but not limited to):

• Attend to electrical and mechanical breakdowns
• Service and repair of electrical and mechanical equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance on electrical and mechanical equipment
• Carry out checklists on machinery
• Execute projects as assigned
• Conduct safety inspections according to statutory requirements
• Maintain and upgrade equipment to improve performance and reduce maintenance costs
• Be familiar with Planned Maintenance Systems
• Complete work requisitions, reports, and handle general administration as required

Key Requirements :

• Trade tested as a qualified Millwright with at least 6 years of post-qualification experience
• Extensive experience in fault finding on PLCs, HMIs, Electronics, and Hydraulics
• Knowledge of plastics machinery is an advantage
• Ability to work independently and under pressure with a sense of urgency
• Willing to work standby, callouts, overtime, and additional shifts when required
• Prepared to work on a continental shift system
• Proficient in English and Afrikaans communication
• Ability to work effectively as part of a production/maintenance team
• Excellent timekeeping, punctuality, and attention to detail
• Physically fit and capable of performing physical work

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