Responsibilities:
Repairs and Maintenance:
- Collaborate with the Fitter and Engineering Manager to perform repairs and maintenance tasks within the production area.
- Assist with ongoing preventative maintenance activities as outlined in the Maintenance Schedule.
- Conduct checks throughout the production plant, including silos, batching plant, milling and mixing equipment, extruder, dryer, coating machinery, cooler, packaging lines, stitching and sealing stations, etc.
- Perform routine inspections of components such as chains, bearings, conveyors, motors, gearboxes, V-Belts, augers, shafts, hydraulic arms, sprockets, control valves, and pistons.
- Inspect buckets (e.g., Nerak buckets) and holding bins.
- Identify and report any leaks (oil, gas, water, fat) promptly to the Mechanical Manager.
- Assist with requested repairs under the guidance of the Mechanical Manager.
Workshop Fabrication and Installations:
- Support workshop fabrication tasks, including building check weighers, conveyor frames, packing machines, and bins.
- Assist with the installation of water pipes and other equipment and machinery.
- Adhere to safety protocols and wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) during workshop activities and installations.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area, storing equipment and tools appropriately.
- Retrieve necessary consumables from the storeroom for maintenance and repair work.
- Safely store tools after performing repairs, maintenance, and installations to prevent safety hazards.
- National Senior Certificate (NQF 4) or equivalent
- 2 years’ proven work experience in an engineering environment
- Basic mechanical knowledge and familiarity with maintenance procedures
- Strong attention to detail and safety consciousness
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Excellent communication skills