Maintenance Assistant

Our client is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to join the Port Elizabeth team,

• Perform routine inspection on production equipment
• Perform basic routine preventative maintenance functions
• Assist with general maintenance and repair of machinery
• Assist with mechanical, electrical and hydraulic repairs
• Tooling maintenance, including cleaning, storage and minor repairs
• Assist with maintenance, repairs and upkeep of equipment, infrastructure and vehicles
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Escalate machine, equipment and other technical failures Requirements
• Grade 12
• N3 – N6 qualification preferred
• Minimum 1 – 2 years experience in a manufacturing or industrial maintenance environment
• Exposure to manufacturing processes
• Mechanical and electrical experience
• Welding and fabrication skills (qualified welder preferred)
• Knowledge of and ability to use power tools
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures and protocols
• Ability to work at heights and confined spaces
• Ability to lift and handle materials and tools (physical fitness)
• Valid driver’s licence would be advantageous
• Basic computer literacy would be advantageous
• Must be willing and able to work shifts and/or overtime, and move between the different plants to perform maintenance tasks