Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Perform preventative maintenance and diagnose and repair machinery, including hydraulic and electrical systems
Set up and calibrate new and existing equipment, ensuring it operates according to manufacturer instructions
Assess faulty equipment using in-field experience to successfully identify and resolve problems
Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations to ensure a secure working environment
Record maintenance activities, machine performance data, and repair logs accurately
Communicate with customers in a comprehensive and honest manner and produce basic reports
Work collaboratively with the customer base to optimise machine repair time and efficiency
Operate across multiple environments, including marine, heavy industrial, pig and poultry farms, small industry, and dairies
Comply with industry-specific HACCP and safety protocols, including undergoing inductions, passing drug tests, and health tests where required
Criteria:
Proven track record in a similar technical role (e.g. water purification, compressors, pumps, or related industries)
Matric or equivalent qualification
Certification in industrial technology or a related mechanical field (preferred)
Proven experience as a machine technician or in a similar maintenance role within a manufacturing or maintenance environment
Strong understanding of mechanical principles, hydraulics, electrical and electronics
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and electrical schematics
Strong problem-solving abilities with excellent attention to detail
Valid EB driver's license
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Good communication skills in both Afrikaans and English, written and verbal
Physical ability to stand, walk, lift heavy items (40kg+), work at heights (ladders 6m+), operate in high noise environments, and work around machinery