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Job Title
Technician - Mechanical
Employment Type
Full Time
Experience
3 to 5 years
Salary
R40000 to R50000
Job Published
12 February 2024
Job Reference No.
2130902117

Job Description

To perform a wide range of duties relating to the mechanical installation, repair and maintenance of machinery, equipment and fixtures to ensure their efficient operation at minimum downtime complying with EHS Guidelines with a focus on continuous improvement.

 

  • Tackles all mechanical equipment breakdowns and planned/preventive/predictive maintenance work with minimum direction and supervision within the given time constraint minimising production downtime.
  • Technically assesses the requirement of allocated jobs and selects the necessary tools and equipment to complete the work.
  • Ensures that all maintenance work is carried out in accordance with the safety procedures and plant operational requirements.
  • Using the computerised maintenance system (SAP), orders the spare parts from warehouse and maintains records of all maintenance work completed.
  • Monitors any repeated breakdown and recommends/completes proper modification to resolve the problem.
  • Identifies and reports any abnormalities. Initiates repairs/replacements/tests/ assembles worn out or failed components/parts. Reports to supervisor and takes necessary action to overhaul/replace parts, leaving the working area clean.
  • Performs various works related to welding and fabrication.
  • Mentors newly joined mechanics in order to equip them with the plant & equipment knowledge necessary to carry out maintenance work.
  • Continuously works towards improving EHS and Plant & Equipment Performance by participating in all BE activities like Suggestion Scheme, 5S, Hazard Reporting, TAMAHAL/PEER, etc.
  • Assists other departments in the repair and troubleshooting of equipment.
  • Inputs data into maintenance management systems for works and manning records.
  • Fulfil day / shift duties with a team of Technicians / Craftsmen / Contractors as assigned by Supervisor.
  • Performs all the PM’S, running inspections & checklists on daily basis issued as per maintenance planning requirements.
  • Perform other related duties as communicated by supervisor/technician.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

Diploma in relevant field

Completion of PEC Craft Training

Minimum Experience:

3 Years’ of relevant experience in a heavy industry after Diploma

No experience required after completion of PEC Training

 

 

 

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