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Job Description

Well-established automotive company are seeking a qualified and experienced applicant to join their dynamic team. The applicant will be required to conduct mechanical and electrical maintenance and repairs on plant and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

Requirements:

  • Grade 12 with mathematics and science
  • Section 13 red seal Millwright trade test
  • N4 electro-mechanical certificate, Siemens PLC, 5 years experience in heavy industry
  • Must be computer literate

Key Performance Areas:

Maintenance Process (Scheduled Preventative Maintenance):

  • Receive Maintenance Schedules, plan and execute before they expire. Interpret instructions and plan maintenance and repair work
  • Inspect the tooling and determine spares and consumables requirements
  • Generate Job Requisitions for scheduled maintenance work (type of repair or maintenance, spares, quantities, time, etc.)
  • Transport tools, equipment and spares to the work site
  • Isolate equipment, perform lockouts, complete the LOTO register and make the work area safe
  • Complete the Contractors Permit to Work prior to contractors commencing with work on site.
  • Conduct Preventive Maintenance activities
  • Perform change overs in the production environment
  • Count stock for a Stock Take integrity check (check spares condition during the count)
  • All Scheduled Maintenance shall be recorded (Opened and Closed) to the Maintenance Connection system IN TIME to aid in pro-longing equipment life and prevent Unplanned Maintenance.
  • Housekeeping: Keep Workshop and work area clean and maintain or improve on 5S standards.
  • Perform Plant start-ups. Plan plant start-up well in advance of planned production starting time to ensure the plant is ready for production. If unsure, ask.
  • Track and record personal daily hours to ensure the KPA Artisan Utilization of ? 75% is achieved.

Maintenance Process (Breakdown):

  • Attend to machine breakdowns of a mechanical/electrical nature for all equipment under engineering functional control.
  • Update the responsible person on progress of repairs
  • Escalate a problem/breakdown to the next level if it cannot be resolved successfully
  • All Breakdowns shall be recorded (Opened and Closed) to the Maintenance Connection system to aid in determining the root cause and to accurately calculate KPI and artisan utilisation data.

Mechanical Maintenance:

  • Perform routine maintenance
  • Align machines and equipment
  • Diagnose and repair faults on equipment and machinery during production/operation
  • Commission and refurbish machines / equipment
  • Operate and monitor a drilling machine to produce simple components
  • Operate and monitor a lathe to produce simple components
  • Operate and monitor a milling machine to produce simple components
  • Operate and monitor a surface grinding machine to produce simple components
  • Operate the Electrical Discharge Machine (EDM) to seal moulds
  • Perform basic and MIG/TIG welding of metals
  • Grind tools and drill bits
  • Maintain mechanical equipment (indirect and direct drives, pipe systems, static seals, bearings, brakes and clutches, direct drives, dynamic seals, heat exchangers and pressure vessels, lubricating systems, pumps, conveyor systems, compressors, fluid power/pneumatic/vacuum systems, gearboxes, safety valves)
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Electrical Maintenance:

  • Design and construct Single/Three Phase Circuits
  • Design and Install Electrical Wire Ways
  • Construct, commission and do fault tracing on low voltage reticulation networks (220Vac, 110Vac, 24DC)
  • Install or replace and commission electrical equipment (lighting systems; electrical cables and conductors; earth leakage unit in a low voltage circuit; metering units or measuring instruments; low and medium voltage transformers; batteries; electrical wire ways; direct current (DC) machines three phase AC electrical circuits, machines and control gear)
  • Wire and commission three phase electrical circuits
  • Inspect and clean (electrical machines; enhanced safety apparatus; electrical motors)
  • Test and inspect a three-phase industrial/commercial installation
  • Inspect and maintain electrical equipment (electrical distribution boards, panels and enclosures; intrinsically safe apparatus; lighting systems; high mast lighting structures; batteries and battery rooms (UPS, Generator); low voltage switchgear; unit protection devices on transformers; AC or DC drive units; (DC) machines; electric power tools; three phase AC machines and control gear; AC motor control gear)
  • Replace electrical equipment (electrical cables; faulty components in a distribution board; three-phase electrical motor between 5,5 kW and 75 kW)
  • Fault find and repair (Domestic appliances; single phase alternating current (AC) systems; three phase voltage electrical circuits)
  • Disconnect and connect electric motors
  • Handle and care for electrical earthing gear and related equipment
  • Joint low voltage cables
  • Troubleshoot on programmable logic controllers

Fabrication:

  • Mechanically cut, drill, punch and assemble fabrication materials using powered machinery
  • Cut materials using the oxy-fuel gas cutting process (manual cutting)
  • Join metals using the resistance welding process
  • Weld workpiece (oxy-acetylene welding, shielded metal arc welding, gas metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding)
  • Remove metals using oxy-fuel and air-carbon arc gouging processes

Instrumentation Maintenance:

  • Construct Basic Electronic Circuits
  • Install Instrument impulse lines
  • Maintain instrumentation equipment (Flow; Level; Pressure; Temperature; Intrinsically safe apparatus)
  • Carry out soldering and de-soldering procedures

Maintenance Process (Post Maintenance):

  • Test and commission machinery or equipment prior to handover
  • Complete the Planned Maintenance Schedule-Maintenance Connection (Work completed, work not completed, spares used, spares not available, time taken, observations, problems, etc.)
  • Identify any other work required (including additional spares) and communicate to the Planner/Buyer
  • Clean up after completion of job and inform the responsible person that the maintenance has been completed to the required standard

Material Handling

  • Handling sling loads, operating cranes/hoists and operating forklifts.

Engineering Projects:

  • Project Initiation:
    • Contribute to project initiation, scope definition and scope change control and work as a valuable team member.
    • Participate in the estimation and preparation of cost budget for a project or sub project and monitor and control actual cost against budget
  • Project Planning:
    • Schedule project activities to facilitate effective project execution
    • Monitor, evaluate and communicate project schedules
  • Project Management:
    • Contribute to the management of project risk within own field of expertise
    • Supervise a project team of a technical project if and when requested
    • Provide assistance within the project in the field of your expertise
  • Project Administration:
    • Support project meetings and workshops when required to do so

SHE:

  • Conduct continuous Risk Assessments in the workplace
  • Conduct Planned Task Observations in the workplace
  • Identify potential hazards and critical safety issues in the workplace
  • Address workplace hazards and risks
  • Apply safety, health and environment practices and legal requirements when working on machines and equipment
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Should you wish to apply please submit your CV through for consideration.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful. We will keep your CV on our database for any other relevant roles that may arise.

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About Automotive Service Jobs in Gauteng

The automotive service industry is a significant sector in Gauteng, South Africa, with a diverse range of job opportunities available. Typically, the demand for skilled technicians and mechanics remains high due to the growing need for vehicle maintenance and repair services. Generally, this industry tends to be cyclical, with fluctuations in employment rates influenced by factors such as new car sales, economic conditions, and global trends.

In terms of salary expectations, it’s common for automotive service professionals to earn a competitive income, generally ranging from R400 000 to R700 000 per annum, depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. However, please note that actual salaries may vary widely, and this range is intended only to provide a broad estimate. For example, entry-level technicians may start at the lower end of this range, while senior managers or owners of independent repair shops may earn significantly more.

Common skills required for automotive service roles include mechanical aptitude, problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work well under pressure. Typically, a valid driver’s license and relevant technical qualifications are also essential. In some cases, industry-specific certifications or training programs may be beneficial for career advancement. Additionally, many employers place a strong emphasis on teamwork and customer service, so being able to build relationships with colleagues and clients is also highly valued.

The automotive service industry is often associated with various sectors, including the manufacturing sector, where vehicles are assembled and repaired, as well as the financial services sector, where vehicle insurance and financing are offered. The technology industry also has a significant presence in Gauteng, with many companies specializing in automotive electronics and software solutions. In general, automotive service professionals can find employment opportunities in a variety of settings, from independent repair shops to large dealership groups.

For career development, it’s common for automotive service professionals to progress through the ranks, starting as technicians or mechanics and moving into supervisory or management roles over time. Additionally, many employers invest in training and development programs to enhance skills and knowledge, which can be a valuable way to advance one’s career.


This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.



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