Junior Maintenance Artisan

Key Responsibilities :

• Perform fault finding and ensure that all equipment is operational.
• Perform preventative maintenance checks on equipment.
• Perform building and facility infrastructure basic maintenance.
• Electrical and mechanical fault reporting and maintenance to company standards.
• Ensure regular inspection of all facility equipment.
• Respond to emergency electrical, refrigeration and mechanical breakdowns.
• Support maintenance manager in efficient response to internal customer demands.
• Ensure work that is carried out is in accordance with Health and Safety regulations.
• Ensure all job cards are correctly filled in and are signed off by internal customer.
• Ensure that all spares are stored in a secure and access-controlled area.
• Communicate with production on any issues relating to breakdowns within the production area.
• Coordinate with production and other departments for feedback on the functionality of machinery and equipment.
• Report all defects and damages to the Maintenance Manager timeously.
• Comply with industry standards and safety regulations of working.
• Complete all tasks as delegated by supervising authority.
• Maintain all records of the repair and maintenance works conducted in a facility.
• Assist with the renovation/remodelling of buildings; repairs plaster and drywall, paints building structures.
• Ensure that spares used are recorded to ensure there is effective accountability for goods used.
• Keep workshop clean and tidy. Clean as you go.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
• Perform any other duties required by your designated departmental manager.

Required Competencies :

• Knowledge of tools and materials
• Strong electrical and mechanical knowledge
• Experience with mechanical and electrical fault-finding PLCs, motors, and drives
• Basic numeracy skills
• Good people and communication skills
• Professional and good work ethic
• Proactive approach
• Spares and stock control
• Receive goods on behalf of the company
• Be involved in all installations and commissioning activities

Minimum Requirements :

• Grade 12 / NQF level 3 / N2-N4
• Qualified junior millwright or Electrician that can do mechanical duties
• At least 1-2 years manufacturing experience, specifically in the packaging or food & beverage environment
• Willingness to learn
• Computer literacy
• Good administrative skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Strong punctuality and attendance record
• Own vehicle and valid driver's license