Our client is looking for a qualified and experienced Mechanical Fitter, Millwright, or Electro-Mechanical Technician to join their Production team on a temporary contract basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and servicing production machinery and equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain all mechanical machinery and equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation
Carry out planned maintenance, fault finding, and repairs
Identify potential equipment issues and recommend corrective actions
Install, repair, rebuild, or decommission plant machinery as required
Conduct routine inspections of production equipment to proactively identify faults
Ensure compliance with all SHEQ standards, policies, and procedures
Support continuous improvement initiatives within the production environment
Competencies
Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and under pressure
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
Good teamwork and communication skills
FMCG
Minimum Requirements
Grade 12 / Matric
N4 Mechanical Qualification
Recognised Trade Test Certificate essential:
Fitter
Millwright
Instrumentation Mechanician
Minimum 6 years' post-apprenticeship experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience within FMCG or corrugated packaging industries will be advantageous
Willingness to work shifts, overtime, standby duties, call-outs, and weekends as operationally required
Valid driver's licence and own reliable transport
Own toolset required from commencement of employment
Basic computer literacy essential
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Physically fit and able to safely handle components weighing up to 30kg