Maintenance Technician (Electro-Mechanical)

Planned maintenance and breakdown work on shift at the cement plant in Middelburg (MP). Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

The site is in Middelburg (MP); early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying.

• Program and run CNC machines from engineering drawings
• Record work and spares used on the job card or CMMS
• Align shafts with a laser alignment tool after every drive change
• Respond to breakdowns and get the line running again safely
• Help with electrical fault-finding on motors and sensors as a millwright
• Inspect and adjust conveyors, chains and sprockets
• Follow the lockout procedure before any work on machinery

• You read engineering drawings and measure with micrometers and verniers
• Trade test as Fitter and Turner, Fitter, Millwright or Toolmaker
• Own basic hand tools, or willing to build up a set
• Basic understanding of the General Machinery Regulations

• Food safety awareness for food and drink plants
• Millwright trade test, since it covers both mechanical and electrical

• Tool allowance
• Shift and standby allowances
• Paid overtime on shutdowns

• Expect a practical test. Measure twice and work cleanly, because the assessor watches your habits as much as the result.
• If you can machine parts as well as fit them, say so clearly. Many factories want both skills in one person.