Job description.
To perform specific semi-skilled activities supporting electricians during installation, repair works and maintenance. Will be responsible for assisting the Electrician with day-to-day duties.
Job requirements
- Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 equivalent.
- N2 Electrical qualification will be advantageous.
- At least 2 years electrical experience in an Abattoir Maintenance Dept.
- PLC & VSD experience and ability to read electrical plans.
- FMCG Experience will be an added advantage.
- A willingness to work overtime and shifts, incl. on weekends.
Duties and responsibilities
- Performing general tasks as directed by the Electrician/ controller/ line manager.
- Operate hand-held machines and tools relating to such duties.
- Assist the Electrician with maintenance and repairs.
- Performing cable duties effectively in accordance with safe working practices.
- Keeping tools, specialized tools and specialized materials required for the tasks at hand.
- Assist with breakdowns on all electrical equipment.
- Ensure all tools and equipment are available when attending to breakdowns.
- Apply and enforce ISO / HACCP / Occupational health and safety / 20 keys in the workplace (must be aware of all the safety requirements).
- Assist with fault-finding and problem solving on electrical equipment.
- Responsible for maintaining, cleaning, and sorting the workshop.
- Must assist with maintenance work over weekends.
- Effective communication with maintenance managers, electricians and production staff.
- Perform any other duties as may be required by management.
Skills required
- Good communication Skills.
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
- Good reporting skills.
- Problem solver.
- Team player.
- Able to work under pressure.
Other Information
- The company can expire jobs at any time at their own discretion.
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- VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer. VKB Group’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to VKB Group’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. VKB Group actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.
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Closing Date: 19 December 2023