Maintenance Artisan
- East London, Eastern Cape
- Permanent
- Full-time
- N4 in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering – Trade Tested or similar.
- Qualified Millwright (added advantage).
- 5 years' experience in a factory maintenance environment.
- Experience on Injection Molding Machines (Engel) (added advantage).
- Computer literacy is a must.
- Ability to learn quickly and be independent.
- Excellent leadership and organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (preferred).
- Ensure preventative maintenance is carried out according to schedules for both Mechanical and Electrical systems.
- Frequently check stock levels for all spares/materials and place orders in time.
- Assist the Maintenance Manager in periodic trend analysis of breakdowns and expenditures.
- Provide recommendations for continual improvement.
- Be involved in daily emergencies and urgent work requests.
- Complete basic preventative maintenance tasks.
- Ensure adherence to the 5S System and safe working standards at all times.
- Keep the Maintenance Manager informed of abnormal or critical situations.
- Seek advice on matters outside the Planner's knowledge or authority.
- Ensure maintenance procedures and documentation comply with relevant Quality Assurance standards and Safety Standards.
- Handle electrical installations and PLC systems.
- Manage mechanical installations.
- Oversee general buildings and all utilities.
- Comply with OHS Act regulations and other applicable legislation.
- Be involved with all new projects and related activities.
- Accurately follow maintenance schedules for production machinery and services (Electrical and Mechanical).
- Carry out lubrication schedules.
- Perform all work safely according to safety regulations.
- Quickly rectify breakdowns and respond to after-hours call-outs.
- Perform weekly shift and standby duty as per roster.
- Adhere to the Company HSEE (Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality) policy.
- Perform shift and standby call-out duties as required.
- Work overtime when required as agreed with the Plant Engineer.