Maintenance Artisan Electrician

Electrical and planned maintenance on production and plant equipment to ensure optimal machine performance and minimal downtime

Prepared to work shift cover, including weekends, standby duties and overtime when operationally required

PLC operation, fault finding and basic troubleshooting on automated systems

Repairs, installation and commissioning of machines and production equipment

Perform instrumentation functions, calibration and related maintenance activities

Assist with breakdowns throughout the plant and respond urgently to production-related maintenance issues when needed

Adhere to all health, safety and environmental requirements, policies and procedures

Provide input into spares requirements and stock control for the business unit

Active participation in problem solving, root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives

Report accurately and in detail on all performed work in SAP – PM

Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Good communication skills with a proactive and hands-on approach to maintenance and troubleshooting

Commitment to high workmanship standards, housekeeping and quality requirements

Qualified Electrician (Trade Test) with a recognised apprenticeship completed

3–5 years’ post-qualification experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment

Strong experience in AC/DC drives, with the ability to perform fault finding and basic commissioning

Basic knowledge of pneumatics, including fault finding and system troubleshooting

Strong fault-finding and diagnostic ability on electrical and automation systems

Functional working knowledge of Beckhoff control systems and Siemens S5 & S7 PLCs

Ability to read, interpret and work from electrical drawings and schematics

Experience with minor project work, including manufacturing, modifications and upgrades to equipment

Computer literate with basic knowledge of Microsoft Windows and MS Office applications

Strong problem-solving ability with a practical, hands-on approach to maintenance challenges

Ability to work under pressure and prioritise tasks in a fast-paced production environment.

Medimed Medical Aid – with 3 options to choose from with the Company subsidising 50% of the cost

Provident Fund – 2 options to choose from with the Company contributing an additional 10.5% towards it.

Tyre Purchase discount for up to 8 tyres a year

Long service awards payments from 10 years of loyal service

Study Assistance and Bursaries

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