Job Description
About the Role
Profile Personnel is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to join our team in Port Elizabeth. As a Temporary Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for analyzing plant stoppages and breakdowns, tracking maintenance key performance indicators (KPIs), and providing statistical summaries on all breakdown information. You will also assist maintenance personnel with breakdowns to ensure minimal downtime.
Key Responsibilities
- Repair faulty equipment and parts, including welding guns, servo-pneumatic valves, transmission modules, tucker guns, sealer equipment, and other spare part management.
- Resolve robotic electronic communication faults by adjusting the robotic program to prevent re-occurring robot communication faults and ensure uninterrupted production process.
- Analyse, fault find, repair, and optimise sealer, toxing, welding, laser, bolting, and rivet joining technology equipment failure to achieve quality requirements and efficient production process.
- Analyse PLC programs to resolve errors and determine root causes of Interbus or Profinet network errors, determining corrective actions to continue with the Production process and ensure uninterrupted Production run.
- Fault find, set up, and program SEW drives using diagnostics software/tools such as Movitools, Motion Studio to ensure uninterrupted Production run.
- Modify, update, and improve diagnostic software on HMI to identify faulty equipment and facilitate speedy resolution to Production stoppages.
- Analyse and investigate severe or reoccurring Production stoppages to determine the real root cause of the stoppage and determine appropriate preventative action and counter measures to eliminate or prevent re-occurring faults.
- Contact equipment suppliers and technology experts within the Group to enquire regarding solutions to complex equipment problems and failures to ensure pending or reoccurring faults are eliminated or prevented.
- Document Production stoppages, severe breakdowns, problem sheet, Knowledge Management System, TPM Sheets, and PM schedules to ensure all maintenance activities are documented, distributed, and knowledge is retained, made available, and utilised to prevent future stoppages or breakdowns.
- Conduct root cause analysis of all breakdowns immediately after completing the breakdown by analysing the situation, causes, countermeasures, and actions, ensuring that all is recorded and reported on required control sheets and documents.
- Ensure that the robot Safety circuit is in good working order and that all required conditions meet safety standards are installed.
- Download robot and PLC program backups to ensure quick recovery of facilities in the event of a loss of data.
Requirements
- A National Nated Diploma/ National Diploma/ B Tech/B Eng./ B Sc. Degree in Electrical Engineering/ Mechatronics.
- At least 5 years in vehicle manufacturing maintenance and/or industrial technical environment.
- Able to read E-Plan Electrical and Pneumatic drawings.
- Strong analytical, diagnostic capabilities, and problem-solving ability.
- Siemens PLC and robot training.
Qualifications
- Prepared to undergo and successfully pass an appropriate assessment.
- Willingness to complete and pass compulsory VASS.
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary will be discussed during the interview process.
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About Other Motoring Jobs in Eastern Cape
The Other Motoring sector in Eastern Cape, South Africa, is a rapidly growing industry with a diverse range of job opportunities available. Typically, this field encompasses the maintenance and repair of various types of vehicles, including cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Generally, individuals working in this sector require strong technical skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities.
In terms of compensation, salaries for Other Motoring professionals in Eastern Cape are generally competitive, with broad salary ranges depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. Typically, entry-level positions can start within the R200 000 – R400 000 per annum range, while more senior roles may command salaries between R500 000 – R1 million per annum or more. However, please note that these figures are broad estimates and actual salaries may vary.
Common skills required for roles in this industry include mechanical aptitude, problem-solving abilities, physical stamina, and excellent customer service skills. Typically, individuals working in this field require a strong foundation in automotive repair and maintenance, as well as the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Computer-aided design (CAD) skills and knowledge of industry-specific software are also often beneficial.
The Other Motoring sector is commonly found in industries such as the manufacturing sector, technology industry, and financial services sector. Manufacturers, distributors, and service providers in these sectors often require skilled technicians to maintain their fleets and equipment.
Career development opportunities abound for those working in this field, with many positions offering potential for advancement and specialization. Typically, experienced technicians may have the opportunity to move into supervisory or management roles, while others may pursue further education and training to become master technicians or start their own businesses. With the right skills and experience, individuals can establish themselves as experts in their field and enjoy long-term career satisfaction and growth.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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