RPO Recruitment’s client is looking for a Maintenance Technician to join their team in Atlantis, Western Cape. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing general maintenance and mechanical repairs on facility equipment, ensuring machinery operates safely, efficiently, and reliably, while upholding Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
Responsibilities:
Perform maintenance on mechanical installations and ensure all activities are executed correctly and timeously
Take ownership of equipment reliability and the maintenance process, including troubleshooting
Maintain an effective spare parts inventory
Develop and document maintenance procedures and enforce factory protocols
Support safety, reliability, and efficiency standards
Respond promptly to emergencies and comply with safety protocols
Participate in food safety and quality-related functions as part of the FSMS and QC systems
Requirements:
Tertiary qualification in Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering
Minimum of 10 years’ experience in mechanical/electrical maintenance, preferably in the food or FMCG sectors
Trade Test passed (relevant field)
Valid, unendorsed driver’s license and own transport
Familiarity with both electrical (PLCs, VFDs, automation) and mechanical systems (welding, pneumatics, plumbing, part fabrication)
Reliability centered maintenance certification (e.g. CMRP) advantageous
Hands-on experience with high-speed food/beverage packaging equipment beneficial
Excellent attention to detail, ability to work independently, and strong communication skills
Flexibility to work after hours or on weekends as per production demands
Benefits
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We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
