Maintenance Assistant

Key Performance Areas include, but are not limited to:

• Assist Artisans with installations, maintenance activities, and steam generation operations.
• Carry out preventative maintenance tasks according to maintenance schedules.
• Support maintenance planning activities and provide feedback on maintenance-related work.
• Stand in as Boiler Operator when required and where competent to do so.
• Perform routine water and electrical meter readings and accurately capture the information on the relevant systems and records.
• Conduct monthly safety inspections and promote compliance with safe working procedures.
• Perform general maintenance work, including bricklaying, tiling, plumbing, painting, welding, rigging, and related maintenance activities.
• Operate in accordance with standard operating procedures and established maintenance standards.
• Actively participate in TPM activities (Continuous Improvement)
• Maintain high housekeeping standards within the workshop and surrounding work areas.
• Ensure adherence to all health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Perform ad-hoc duties and provide operational support as required.

The successful candidate must have the following qualifications, experience, skills and attributes:

• Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent.
• NTC 2 in a technical field will be highly advantageous.
• Relevant experience in a maintenance, engineering support, or civil environment.
• Valid Code 08 driver's licence is essential.
• Forklift licence will be advantageous.
• Code 10 driver's licence will be advantageous.
• Welding experience and skills will be advantageous.
• Knowledge of maintenance practices, health and safety requirements, and safe work procedures.
• Ability to complete inspection sheets, maintenance records, and job cards accurately.
• Medically and physically fit for the demands of the role.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Positive attitude with a strong work ethic and a "can-do" approach.
• Willingness to work overtime, standby duties, shifts, and irregular hours when required.
• Reliable attendance record and punctuality