Technician Assistant: Maintenance

Weir; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career development

Global inclusion networks

Regional benefits

Sharebuilder scheme

Wellness support

Global collaboration

Study support

Job summary

Weir is hiring a Technician Assistant - Maintenance for our Alrode site. The role is onsite with shift work, supporting the maintenance department with welding, grinding and cutting, and assisting with routine inspections and equipment issues.

You will collaborate with artisans and the maintenance team across plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and carpentry tasks while complying with SHE policies and zero-harm safety culture.

Qualifications

• Matric, N3 or equivalent qualification.
• Semi-skilled welding with basic welding, grinding and cutting experience.
• Basic technical skills with hand and power tools and understanding of plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems.
• Strong problem-solving and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance support: assist with general tasks including basic welding, grinding and cutting.
• Conduct routine inspections of premises and equipment for safety and efficiency.
• Support event setups and breakdowns and aid in diagnosing facility issues.
• Adhere to SHE and housekeeping requirements with a zero-harm mindset.
• Collaborate with artisans and maintenance team on tasks across plumbing, electrical, mechanical and carpentry.
• Aim to maintain operational efficiency and minimize downtime while meeting safety standards.
• Role is onsite with no significant travel.

Skills

Welding (semi-skilled)

Technical skills with tools

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Matric/N3 or equivalent

Tools

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Mobile elevated work platforms

Job description

Technician Assistant - Maintenance

Location: Alrode
Work Arrangement: Onsite/Shifts

What we do at Weir

We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining.

Make your impact

You’ll play a key role in solving real-world challenges. You’ll apply your skills to deliver results that matter whether that’s through engineering, planning or customer support. You’ll work with purpose, learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future.

What you’ll do

• Maintenance Support: Assist the maintenance department with general tasks including basic welding, grinding, and cutting using power tools to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Routine Inspections: Conduct regular inspections of premises and equipment to identify unsafe or malfunctioning conditions, contributing to a safe and efficient work environment.
• Facility Assistance: Support event setups and breakdowns by moving furniture and aiding in diagnosing and repairing facility and equipment issues.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere strictly to all Safety Health Environment (SHE) and housekeeping requirements, demonstrating 100% commitment to zero harm behaviors.
• Collaboration: Work closely with artisans and the maintenance team to assist with routine maintenance tasks across plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and carpentry areas.
• Success Indicators: Success in this role means maintaining operational efficiency, ensuring safety standards are met, and supporting the team to minimize downtime.
• Travel Requirements: This role is primarily onsite with no significant travel expected.
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.

What you’ll bring

Must-haves

• Matric, N3 or equivalent qualification
• Semi-skilled welding ability with experience in basic welding, grinding, and cutting
• Basic technical skills including use of hand and power tools, and understanding of plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems
• Problem-solving and communication skills

Nice-to-haves

• Experience operating overhead cranes, forklifts, and mobile elevated working platforms
• Previous exposure to maintenance support in an industrial or mining environment
• Familiarity with SHE policies and safety culture initiatives
• Ability to work effectively in a team and adapt to shift work

Why join Weir?

We live our values we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high, and delight our customers.
We’re passionate about our purpose to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world-class engineering, materials science expertise, and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions incorporating our signature technologies.
We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We’re working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Career development and learning support
• Access to global inclusion networks
• Regional and team-specific benefits
• Sharebuilder scheme
• Wellness support for you and your family
• Collaboration with global teams
• Study support