Maintenance Assistant
Port Elizabeth - South Africa
Job Summary
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
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 drivers 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
Required Skills:
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 drivers 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
Required Education:
Grade 12N3 N6 qualification preferred