5 Plant Maintenance jobs in Cape Town
Maintenance Professional (Millwright / Industrial Electrician)
Posted 21 days ago
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- Perform all-round mechanical and electrical maintenance on production machinery.
- Troubleshoot and resolve equipment failures efficiently.
- Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance.
- Work with conveyors, motors, hydraulics, pneumatics, relays, and frequency switches.
- Assist with welding (stainless steel/Alu) and light fabrication where required.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives on production lines.
- Adhere to strict safety and quality standards.
- Participate in shift-based operations and be available for overtime where needed.
- RED SEAL Trade Test, N5 or N6 Millwright / Industrial Electrician.
- Fluent in Afrikaans & English (essential, due to transition into Dutch).
- 24 years relevant experience in mechanical & electrical maintenance.
- Strong knowledge of troubleshooting in high-volume production environments.
- Exposure to Siemens PLC systems is advantageous.
- Valid drivers licence and passport .
- Willing to work in shifts.
- Salary: ± 4,100 gross/month.
- 25 paid holidays + potential ADV days.
- 8.33% holiday allowance (paid in May annually).
- Overtime & shift allowance paid separately.
- Relocation support provided.
Maintenance Technician (Mechanical and Electrical) - Millwright (Montague Gardens)
Posted 24 days ago
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Our client is an international leader in advanced medical waste treatment solutions, known for their innovative technology and sustainable approach. They are based in Montague Gardens. They are seeking a skilled and motivated Maintenance Technician (Millwright Trade Tested) with both electrical and mechanical expertise. This role is vital in maintaining and optimising cutting-edge machinery that ensures the safe and efficient treatment of medical waste, contributing to both operational excellence and environmental responsibility. It will be essential to have your own car for this position.
Maintenance Technician
Posted 3 days ago
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Netherlands - Eindhoven
What we are looking for:
- Studies completed in Millwright or similar technician education
- All-round technician (Millwright with both mechanical and electrical experience)
- Strong electrical background
- Minimum of 4 years of working experience
- Knowledge and experience in troubleshooting PLC's and variable speed drives is a plus
- NQF 4 5 level or equivalent
- Previous experience in a technical role, such as breakdown service technician or maintenance technician
- Preferred industry experience: food, pharma, heavy industry, (Petro)chemistry, manufacturing industry
- Additional training and experience in process technology and automation.
- Candidate must be under the age of 28 for VISA purposes.
- Be able to speak Afrikaans fluently to be able to learn Dutch.
- Provide maintenance management services, focusing on preventive and corrective maintenance.
- Help customers by ensuring their equipment runs smoothly and stays up to date with the latest technology.
- Make sure customers can rely on us for repairs, maintenance, and any future adjustments they may need.
Maintenance Technician
Posted today
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Company Description
Afoodable is a privately-owned South African business producing quality liquid marinades and sauces for both local and export markets. Situated in the Food Production industrial area of Montague Gardens in Cape Town, the company is proud of its small well-motivated team, many of whom come from previously disadvantaged communities. Afoodable produces a range of unbranded products and acts as a manufacturer and co-packer for larger local companies. The company also produces ethnic products for local and international exporters, working in conjunction with brand marketers.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for a Maintenance Technician located in Montague Gardens. The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for conducting routine equipment maintenance, addressing and troubleshooting equipment issues, performing preventive maintenance tasks, and supporting overall maintenance and repair activities in the industrial setting.
Qualifications
- Skills in Equipment Maintenance, Industrial Maintenance, and Maintenance & Repair
- Experience in Troubleshooting and Preventive Maintenance
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Relevant technical certifications or a degree in a related field is a plus
- Familiarity with safety regulations and practices in an industrial environment
Maintenance Technician
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Location: Capricorn Park, Muizenberg
Reporting to: Maintenance Manager
Purpose:
- Conduct maintenance activities on equipment and facilities at the respective site to ensure efficiency, quality, cost, and any specific performance KPI's requirements are achieved.
- Perform administrative tasks required to provide the necessary data and information to the business.
- Provide input to support continuous improvement within the production and support departments.
- Key Responsibilities:
1. Manage maintenance activities and plans:
- Support implementation of the site's maintenance strategy and implement continuous improvement techniques.
- Proactively identify plant issues before they affect production downtime.
- Request quotes from suppliers and contractors when required, for maintenance planned work.
- Conduct maintenance on equipment and facilities to enable the site to achieve key objectives of safety, quality, productivity, cost, and service.
2. Resource planning:
- Assigning of equipment resources needed to meet the various maintenance plans
- Reviewing maintenance strategies in CMMS.
- Conduct routine maintenance checks of plant, equipment, and machinery as per DMS system.
- Liaise with external contractors regarding work plans.
- Issuing of permits to work for contractors when requested to do so.
- Liaise with internal customers regarding planned maintenance, duration of breakdowns, or corrective works.
- Develop maintenance and machine operating SOPs in conjunction with related departments.
- Assist internal departments with machine operator training.
- Conduct scheduled tool inspections on workshop and hand tools.
- Perform maintenance administrative duties as and when required.
3. Supervision of subordinates:
- Provide technical support to the site's maintenance team, including apprentices on-site.
- Ensure work completed is of a high standard.
- Identification and communication of training needs for subordinates.
- Mentor apprentices and sign off logbooks.
4. Apply best practice data capturing:
- Ensure the DMS data and records are accurately recorded and updated when required.
- Review reports with a view to improving performance.
- Generate PO requests in DMS.
- Conduct a monthly stock take to maintain critical parts levels per machine.
- Required to perform ad-hoc data capturing from time to time.
- Provide input to assist with continuously improving our reports and procedures
Required Knowledge and Skills:
- Basic knowledge in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems
- Familiar with OSHA and other relevant safety regulations
- Proficient in the appropriate handling of hazmat
- Proficient with a wide range of repair equipment, including power tools
- Excellent oral and written communication
- Computer literate and proficient with the MS Office suite (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook)
- Able to lift and carry up to 25kgs
Required Prior Learning and Experience:
- Qualified Artisan: Millwright or Fitter
- Grade 12 qualification
Technical Experience in:
Mechanical Systems and Repair
- Pneumatic Systems
- Electrical Wiring
- Electronics
- Basic Welding (Argon Gas)
Fitting
Experience in CMM Systems
- Experience in a FMCG Manufacturing Environment
Personal Characteristics:
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Good timekeeping and attendance
- Eager attitude and willing to go the extra mile to complete job functions
- Ability to earn the respect of the team
- Motivated and independent worker
- Ability to follow instructions and multitask
- Good time management
- Ability to act quickly and effectively in emergencies
- Organised and attention to detail
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