Uitenhage: Maintenance Technician – Kariega. posted by Headhunters
Posted on 2025-07-26 00:00:00
Employer | Headhunters |
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Category | Other Motoring |
Location | Eastern Cape / Uitenhage |
Job Summary
Our client in the Automotive Manufacturing Industry is currently looking to employ a Maintenance Technician, based in Kariega.
Requirements:
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A National Nated Diploma, National Diploma, BTech, BEng or BSc Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics.
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At least 5 years experience in a vehicle manufacturing maintenance and/or industrial technical environment.
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Ability to read and interpret E-Plan electrical and pneumatic drawings.
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Strong analytical and diagnostic skills with effective problem-solving capabilities.
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Willingness to:
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Work shifts, overtime, weekends, public holidays and during plant shutdowns, if required.
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Participate in a standby roster.
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Undergo and pass an appropriate assessment.
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Complete and pass compulsory VASS training.
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Good attendance record.
Added Advantage:
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German language proficiency.
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Siemens PLC and robotics training.
Responsibilities:
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Repair faulty equipment and parts including welding guns, servo-pneumatic valves, transmission modules, tucker guns, and sealer equipment.
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Resolve robotic electronic communication faults by adjusting the robotic program to prevent reoccurrence and ensure continuous production.
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Analyse and optimise sealer, toxing, welding, laser, bolting, and rivet joining equipment to meet quality standards and production efficiency.
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Analyse PLC programs to resolve errors and determine root causes of Interbus or Profinet network faults. Determine corrective actions to continue the production process and avoid downtime.
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Fault-find, set up, and program SEW drives using diagnostics software such as Movitools and Motion Studio.
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Modify, update, and improve HMI diagnostic software to accurately identify faulty equipment and support rapid resolution of stoppages.
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Analyse and investigate recurring or severe production stoppages, identify root causes, and implement preventative measures.
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Communicate with equipment suppliers and technology experts to resolve complex equipment failures.
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Document breakdowns, stoppages, and problem-solving actions in systems such as Knowledge Management Systems, TPM sheets, and PM schedules.
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Conduct root cause analysis after each breakdown and ensure documentation of causes, countermeasures, and corrective actions.
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Ensure robot safety circuits meet required standards and safety conditions are in place.
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Perform robot and PLC program backups to ensure recovery in the event of data loss.
Please be advised that if you do not receive a response within two weeks of applying, you may consider your application unsuccessful.
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