Cape Town City Centre: Machine Technician

Machine Technician N/Subs – Basic R30 000 neg plus P/Fund and free M/Aid Job Title: Machine Technician Report to: Manager Level: Mid Career (4-6 yrs exp) Type: Permanent Region: Western Cape N/Subs Duties and Responsibilities: On-site role with limited travel Required for urgent breakdowns or maintenance Technical qualification or Trade Test (Artisan preferred) Relevant certification in mechanical, electrical, or mechatronic maintenance advantageous Minimum 5 years of practical maintenance and repair experience in a manufacturing environment Proven experience in troubleshooting and implementing maintenance procedures Hands-on experience working with pneumatics and PLCs Strong understanding of mechanical systems, components, and pneumatic equipment Electrical knowledge and familiarity with PLCs and automation systems Knowledge of preventative maintenance methodologies (e.g., TPM Total Productive Maintenance) Root Cause Analysis and Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA) Must have experience of working on machines which run 24hours. Cosmetics / Pharma machines will be a plus Sectors: Engineering and Technical, Production Functions: Mechatronics Engineer, Machine Operator, Maintenance Technician – Mech Qualification Types: Diplomas Skills: Mechanical, Trade Tested: Fitter / Mechatronics / Mechanical / Electrical, Maintenance and repairs, Preventative maintenance, Pneumatics, PLC