Senior Mechanical Technician: Overtime, Training & Growth

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Overtime opportunities

Training & development

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, seeks a Senior Mechanical Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain complex factory equipment on a fast-paced automotive manufacturing line. You will troubleshoot gearboxes, pumps, conveyors, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems, while maintaining rigorous safety and quality standards.

The role requires a fitter & Turner trade, 7+ years in manufacturing, and the ability to read complex drawings.

Qualifications

• Qualified Mechanical Fitter and Turner or equivalent trade.
• 7+ years experience as Mechanical Technician in a manufacturing/industrial plant.
• Skilled in diagnosing and repairing mechanical systems including high-speed machinery.
• Proficient in reading complex mechanical drawings and specifications.
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, and lubrication systems.
• Able to use precision measuring tools and workshop hand/power tools.
• Strong problem-solving and methodical troubleshooting.
• Good communication and teamwork; able to work independently in the Benoni area.
• Willingness to work shifts and occasional overtime; committed to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical systems including gearboxes, pumps, conveyors, and hydraulics/pneumatics.
• Perform preventative maintenance inspections on established schedules.
• Troubleshoot to minimize production downtime.
• Interpret drawings, blueprints, and schematics for repair and installation.
• Dismantle and reassemble complex machinery components.
• Use precision measuring instruments and tools for accurate repairs.
• Fabricate or modify parts using lathe and milling machines.
• Maintain records of maintenance and repair work.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and company policies in Gauteng.
• Collaborate with production and engineering to improve equipment reliability.
• Ensure tools and equipment are kept in good working order.

Skills

Mechanical diagnostics

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Mechanical Fitter & Turner

Tools

Precision measuring tools

Workshop machinery

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Job description

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, seeks a Senior Mechanical Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain complex factory equipment on a fast-paced automotive manufacturing line. You will troubleshoot gearboxes, pumps, conveyors, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems, while maintaining rigorous safety and quality standards.

The role requires a fitter & Turner trade, 7+ years in manufacturing, and the ability to read complex drawings.