DC Technician

Truworths


Date: 1 day ago
City: Cape Town, Western Cape
Contract type: Full time

Job Description

We are seeking a self-managed, reliable, and functional Millwright to join our high-performance maintenance team in a highly automated distribution center. The ideal candidate will be multi-skilled, capable of working independently across a variety of systems, and have strong experience in technical support, preventive maintenance, and automation systems. You will be responsible for ensuring operational efficiency through planned and unplanned maintenance activities.

  • Provide technical support and troubleshooting for automated and semi-automated systems
  • Execute planned maintenance according to schedules
  • Respond promptly to breakdowns and ensure minimal downtime
  • Perform mechanical, electrical, and electronic repairs
  • Assist in equipment upgrades, small-scale technical projects, and installations
  • Maintain and control technical spares stock
  • Complete maintenance documentation, job cards, and shift reports accurately
  • Conduct safety checks and ensure compliance with safety regulations
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives
  • Oversee the maintenance of forklifts

Minor building maintenance task with a good understanding of preventative maintenance systems

PLC debugging and fault finding experience would be preferable.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide technical support to DC
  • Carry out planned Maintenance routine
  • Maintain structured records ( worked carried out, contractors work, permits)
  • Work on a three quote system
  • Management of all incident reports
  • Feed Back on breakdowns
  • Overtime support when needed
  • Control of stock and critical spares
  • Adhere to all safe working procedures
  • Housekeeping 5 S
  • Perform inspection of various H&S required registers

Qualifications and Experience

  • +7 Years technical and maintenance experience
  • Millwright trade certificate
  • Preferably an “N” technical qualification
  • PLC programing awareness and problem solving ( Siemens and Allen Bradley)
  • Proven experience with conveyors, shuttle systems, sorters, and industrial machinery
  • Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams and manuals
  • Computer literate
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to work overtime during the week (19:00) and possibly weekends (Sat 08:00 to 16:00)

Competencies

  • Action orientated
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Detail-oriented and hands-on approach
  • Excellent communication and team collaboration
  • High level of initiative and accountability
  • Ability to work under pressure and prioritize tasks effectively
  • Technically curious and willing to learn and adapt
  • Analytical
  • Focused on continuous improvements
  • Innovative
  • High work ethic and take pride in work
  • Logical thinker
  • Experienced and mature
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