The Workshop Technician is responsible for assembling, repairing, maintaining, and testing equipment, machinery and tools within a workshop environment. They ensure that all work is completed to required safety and quality standards, using technical knowledge and appropriate tools. This role often involves working with mechanical, electrical, or fabrication equipment, depending on the industry.Key Duties and Responsibilities:Assemble, maintain, and repair machinery, tools, or equipment according to specifications.Diagnose faults and carry out troubleshooting on defective parts or systems.Perform routine servicing, calibration, and testing of equipment.Operate workshop tools and machinery such as drills, grinders, welding equipment, and lathes.Follow technical drawings, manuals, and work instructions.Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workshop environment.Ensure compliance with workplace safety regulations and procedures.Keep accurate maintenance and repair records.Manage and monitor stock of workshop tools, parts, and consumables.Assist in training apprentices or junior technicians where required.Provide technical support to other departments or clients.Requirements:Matric/Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.Relevant technical or trade qualification (mechanical, electrical, or related).Proven experience as a workshop technician or in a similar technical role.Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.Proficiency in using workshop tools and machinery.Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.Strong commitment to health and safety practices.Physical fitness to handle workshop tasks.The post appeared first on .