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