Temp (12 Month) Maintenance Technician

SUMMARY:
Lovely 12-month contract role available with an international automotive manufacturing client in Kariega

POSITION INFO:
REQUIREMENTS Diploma\/Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering, or NN Diploma with a Millwright Trade qualification 3-5 years' maintenance experience within an automotive manufacturing environment Working knowledge of TPM (Total Preventative Maintenance), Preventative and Predictive Maintenance programmes, and OEE improvement initiatives Experience supporting high-volume assembly\/production lines Knowledge of AC\/DC drives, preferably SEW and Siemens Strong Siemens Simatic S7\/TIA Portal programming skills Ability to configure IP addresses and troubleshoot machine performance Knowledge of Siemens Servo, Profibus, Interbus, Profinet\/Profisafe, and S7 Distributed Safety Robotics experience with FANUC, KUKA KRC2\/KRC4, and Universal Robots, including sealer programming and mastering Mechanical knowledge of pumps, conveyors, and lift systems Work shifts, weekends, overtime, and emergency hours Effective communication, computer literacy, fault-finding, and problem-solving skills RESPONSIBILITIES Analyze and correct equipment performance deviations from manufacturer specifications Identify and source critical equipment spares Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment in line with health and safety standards Analyze breakdowns and implement preventative measures to prevent recurrence Perform routine and non-routine maintenance Support maintenance teams with fault-finding to maximize plant availability and readiness Maintain backups of critical operating files, including PLC, robot, and AC\/DC drive programs