Senior Mechanical Maintenance & Reliability Technician

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 380,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Maintenance Technician to oversee maintenance of production machinery and plant equipment. The role focuses on diagnosing issues, executing repairs, and maintaining equipment reliability to support safety and production efficiency.

The ideal candidate holds a trade qualification in mechanical fitting with at least five years of experience in industrial settings, and demonstrates strong reading of drawings, proactive

Qualifications

• Trade Qualification in Mechanical Fitting or relevant field is essential.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Mechanical Maintenance Technician, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Proven ability to diagnose and repair complex mechanical systems, including hydraulics, pneumatics, and gearboxes.
• Strong understanding of preventative and predictive maintenance techniques.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting mechanical drawings and schematics.
• Experience with welding, fabrication, and machining is advantageous.
• Knowledge of industrial safety procedures and regulations.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a maintenance team.
• Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Willingness to work shifts or overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex mechanical maintenance, repairs, and installations on production machinery and plant equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical issues, identify root causes, and implement effective repair solutions in a timely manner.
• Conduct preventative maintenance inspections and tasks according to established schedules to minimize downtime.
• Interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, and technical manuals to understand equipment specifications and repair procedures.
• Operate a variety of workshop tools and machinery, including lathes, milling machines, and welding equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, including repairs performed, parts used, and time spent.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations during maintenance operations.
• Assist in the inventory management of spare parts and maintenance supplies.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior technicians and operators.
• Identify opportunities for improving equipment reliability and reducing maintenance costs.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Education

Trade Qualification in Mechanical Fitting

Tools

Lathes

Milling machines

Welding equipment

Job description

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Maintenance Technician to oversee maintenance of production machinery and plant equipment. The role focuses on diagnosing issues, executing repairs, and maintaining equipment reliability to support safety and production efficiency.

The ideal candidate holds a trade qualification in mechanical fitting with at least five years of experience in industrial settings, and demonstrates strong reading of drawings, proactive