Maintenance Technician

SUMMARY:
NEW VACANCY!!!
Our client in the manufacturing industry is seeking an experienced and skilled Maintenance Technician to join their team in Port Elizabeth.

POSITION INFO:

1. Mechanical and Electrical Knowledge:
   
   • Ability to troubleshoot mechanical systems and electrical circuits.
   • Strong fault-finding skills for both mechanical and electrical issues.
   • Experience with reading and interpreting technical drawings (both mechanical and electrical).
2. Flexibility in Working Hours:
   
   • Willingness to work after hours, especially to minimize production downtime.
   • Ability to manage time effectively without direct supervision.
3. Equipment Maintenance:
   
   • Experience with general plant and machinery repairs, including the installation of new equipment.
   • Preventative maintenance on all machinery.
   • Ability to work at heights and operate welding and cutting torch equipment.
4. Liaison with Suppliers:
   
   • Responsibility for ordering and managing necessary spares.
5. Housekeeping and Safety:
   
   • Ensuring that the area is kept clean, including overseeing fire safety equipment.
   • Ability to manage and maintain CCTV systems and wiring, ensuring they are operational.
6. Supervision and Documentation:
   
   • Capability to manage an assistant and handle necessary paperwork for ISO and other regulatory requirements.
7. Physical Labour:
   
   • Willingness to perform manual tasks when necessary (e.g., mixing concrete, equipment movement).
8. Experience:
   
   • Minimum of 3 years in a similar role.
   • Experience with fault-finding on CNC machines and general plant machinery repair.

1. Foundry Experience: Exposure to a foundry environment is advantageous.
2. PLC Programming: Familiarity with PLC systems and programming is a bonus.
3. Plumbing and Pipe Work: Experience with water and air reticulation systems is beneficial.
4. Crane/Hyster Operation: A crane or hyster operation license, even if expired, is helpful.