Maintenance Technician
The recruitment process of our client is of prime importance, and we aim to employ high calibre individuals to contribute to the growth, success, and development of the Company. The recruitment procedures will at all times remain non-discriminatory, fair, and consistent in line with current and applicable legislation. The incumbent must have experience in running a maintenance department which includes, the technical store, fitters’ electricians.
Job description
The Maintenance Technician/Millwright is responsible and accountable for overseeing the full maintenance of the plant, having the skills and the ability to apply a holistic approach to achieve the required objectives of a plant that will run immaculately and continuous production of high-quality products. This role will require for time-to-time long working hours in accordance with operational requirements.
Requirement
- Proven experience 3-5 years in a similar position
- Flexible and willing to undertake all tasks as required.
- Working knowledge of technical and peripheral devices
- Must be knowledgeable of health and safety compliance issues in the manufacturing environment.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
Minimum Qualifications
- Red Seal - 3 years post experience required.
- Technical diploma/degree in some electrical fitter, millwright or mechatronics is essential.
Experience
- Must have experience in drafting maintenance plans.
- Knowledge and experience in preventative maintenance planning
- In understanding and applying technical jargon on heavy equipment/machines
- In leading a team of junior maintenance
- Advance knowledge and use of gearboxes, screws, and technical equipment
- Understanding and the application of stock management of spares and toolboxes
- In Managing multiple on-site projects
- In the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the health and safety of the maintenance team.
Skills
- Resilient / Detailed orientated
- Negotiation and Leadership / Planning and building.
- Technical problem-solving abilities / Strong technical skills
- Strong project management and process improvement skills
- Time management skills
- Be able to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
The Client is a leading supplier of Animal Proteins to the pet food manufacturing industry.
Their focus on local production and development of an international supply network of sustainable products from audited and approved facilities supported our expansion into the livestock and aqua feed industries across the African continent.
Their global reach and infrastructure enable them to always meet the pet nutrition and animal feed requirements of their clients.