Maintenance Tradesperson

Our Client is seeking a qualified and experienced Maintenance Tradesperson to join our technical team in Bloemfontein. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring optimal machine reliability through routine inspections, preventative maintenance, fault finding, and timeous mechanical repairs within a fast-paced production environment.

• Routine & Breakdown Maintenance: Conduct daily inspections, routine maintenance, and repairs on production machinery to minimize downtime.

• Preventative Maintenance: Carry out scheduled preventative maintenance and servicing according to maintenance schedules.

• Fault Diagnosis: Diagnose root causes of mechanical malfunctions and execute effective corrective repairs.

• Inventory & Spare Parts Control: Monitor and manage maintenance parts and consumables, reporting low stock levels promptly to the Maintenance Manager.

• Education: National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent qualification (NQF Level
  4).

• Certification: Recognized Trade Test Certificate.

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years' post-trade experience in a mechanical/manufacturing environment.

• Industry
  
  Experience:
  
  Prior experience in the food manufacturing sector is highly advantageous.

• Sound knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, tools, and maintenance equipment.

• Strong fault-finding, problem-solving, and critical thinking capabilities.

• High technical aptitude and good manual dexterity.

• Proven ability to prioritize tasks, manage time efficiently, and perform reliably under pressure.