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Port Elizabeth: Maintenance Assistant

Port Elizabeth: Maintenance Assistant

Posted on 2025-07-11 00:00:00

Job Summary

Purpose: To support the Maintenance Department by performing general maintenance tasks, assisting artisans with repairs, and ensuring equipment and facilities are kept in good working condition. To plays a key support role in minimising downtime and ensuring a safe and efficient working environment. Minimum Requirements: ? Grade 10 ? Basic technical or mechanical knowledge (N2/N3 certificate in mechanical/electrical engineering is advantageous) ? Previous experience in a manufacturing or maintenance environment will be an advantage ? Physically fit and able to work in an industrial setting ? Good communication skills in English or Afrikaans ? Willingness to work shifts, overtime, and standby when required ? Familiarity with safe working practices and PPE requirements Key Responsibilities: ? Assist maintenance artisans and technicians with mechanical and electrical repairs ? Perform basic maintenance tasks such as cleaning, lubricating, and tightening components ? Deliver tools, parts, and materials to work sites as needed ? Assist with machine inspections and reporting of visible defects or irregularities ? Support installation and dismantling of plant equipment under supervision ? Conduct housekeeping of maintenance workshop and surrounding areas ? Assist with maintenance record-keeping and completing checklists ? Follow safety procedures and use tools and equipment correctly ? Respond to breakdowns or urgent maintenance calls when required ? Carry out any other reasonable tasks assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor Soft Skills & Competencies: ? Willingness to learn and take instruction ? Attention to detail and proactive mindset ? Reliable and punctual ? Able to work independently or as part of a team ? Problem-solving attitude and basic fault detection skills Accountabilities: ? Responsible for safe use of tools and materials ? Accountable for assisting in planned and unplanned maintenance tasks ? Ensure work areas are clean and safe after maintenance tasks ADDITIONAL NOTES ? This job description is a broad indication of the work the employee is required to do. However, the employee may be required to undertake other duties, particularly when others are absent from work. Neither job title nor job description can be regarded as a precise specification of duties, but should be seen as a guide to main responsibilities. ? You may be required to perform tasks that are outside your job description when the plant is not operating at 100% capacity. In such an event, all the necessary required training will be provide

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