Master Technician (Mechanical)

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES026434/Nthat

Date posted:

Thursday, June 4, 2026

Location:

Pretoria, South Africa

SUMMARY:

A high-level Master Technician is required to drive mechanical reliability and advanced fault-finding in a demanding FMCG production environment.

POSITION INFO:

Job & Company Description:

This role is for a seasoned mechanical expert who thrives in high-speed production environments. You’ll ensure maximum equipment availability through advanced diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
You’ll be the go-to technical authority — solving complex breakdowns, improving maintenance standards, and mentoring teams to operate at elite level.

Education:

N4 or N6 in Mechanical Engineering
Relevant Trade Test

Job Experience & Skills Required:

Minimum 10 years’ post-apprenticeship experience
Strong experience in FMCG / converting or manufacturing environments
Advanced fault-finding on mechanical systems and drives
Experience with high-speed production or packaging machinery
Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis capability

Key Responsibilities:

Perform advanced mechanical diagnostics and breakdown repairs
Execute preventative maintenance to improve reliability
Reduce downtime and improve maintenance quality standards
Analyse equipment failures and implement corrective actions
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and engineering standards
Manage equipment risk profiles and spare parts availability
Mentor and develop technical teams

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For more information contact:
Nthato Gumede

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