Specialized Plant Maintenance Technician

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Presencial; ZAR 300.000 - 460.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Paid annual leave

On-the-job training

Tools and workwear provided

Stable role in established company

Exposure to diverse machinery

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking a Specialized Plant Maintenance Technician to uphold the integrity of advanced processing equipment. You will install, maintain, repair, and troubleshoot complex systems within a demanding industrial plant.

The ideal candidate will have a hands-on approach, meticulous attention to detail, and a strong commitment to workplace safety in Mpumalanga. This full-time role requires the ability to work shifts as needed.

Formación

• Trade qualification (N3 or equivalent) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years of plant maintenance experience in manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation.
• Familiarity with safety protocols in industrial settings.
• Willingness to work shifts and overtime as required.

Responsabilidades

• Perform routine and specialized maintenance on industrial processing equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults in machinery.
• Install new equipment and modify existing systems according to specifications.
• Conduct preventive maintenance to minimize breakdowns and optimize performance.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Adhere to safety regulations and company procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Collaborate with production teams to minimize impact on output.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs.

Conocimientos

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Diagnostics & problem solving

Reading technical drawings

Manual dexterity

Team collaboration

Educación

Trade qualification (N3 or equivalent) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Herramientas

Diagnostic equipment

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a prominent industrial processing company, is seeking a skilled Specialized Plant Maintenance Technician to join their team in Nelspruit . This role is critical for ensuring the operational integrity and efficiency of specialized processing machinery within their plant. You will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of complex mechanical and electrical systems unique to the manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong hands‑on approach, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to upholding safety standards in a demanding industrial environment within Nelspruit, Mpumalanga .

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized maintenance on a variety of industrial processing equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults in machinery.
• Install new equipment and modify existing systems according to specifications.
• Conduct preventive maintenance to minimize unexpected breakdowns and optimize performance.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and company procedures, ensuring a safe working environment.
• Use a range of tools and diagnostic equipment to identify and fix problems.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, parts usage, and repair logs.
• Collaborate with production teams to minimize impact of maintenance activities on output.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment reliability and maintenance.

Requirements

• Trade qualification (e.g., N3 or equivalent) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in plant maintenance, preferably in a processing or manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to work with specialized industrial machinery.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and understand technical documentation.
• Familiarity with safety protocols in an industrial setting is essential.
• Good manual dexterity and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to work shifts and overtime as required.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary based on skills and experience.
• Medical aid contribution and retirement fund.
• Paid annual leave.
• Opportunities for on‑the‑job training and skill development.
• Provision of tools and workwear.
• A stable role within an established company in Nelspruit .
• Exposure to diverse industrial machinery.