Artisan Assistant - Mechanical/Electrical at Country Bird Holdings Ltd (CBH)

Job Advert Summary    

• To safely assist Qualified Artisans (Fitters, Electricians, Boilermakers, Millwrights) with maintenance, repairs, and installations of equipment and machinery, contributing to improved plant reliability and efficiency in an abattoir. 

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• N3 Electrical/Mechanical Certificate.
• Proven experience as an Artisan Assistant, preferably in a poultry processing or similar industrial setting.
• Self-motivated and ability to work independently.
• Detail and accuracy orientated.
• Effective communication skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings, as needed.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Solid understanding of safety protocols and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities    

• Assist the mechanical fitter.
• Adjust functional parts of devices, using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
• Align new equipment after installation.
• Assemble, install pipe systems and plumbing, machinery, and equipment.
• Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, and the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate.
• Repair or replace defective equipment parts using hand tools and power tools and reassemble equipment.
• Inspect fluid levels, replace filters, and perform other maintenance actions, following checklists.
• Order parts from the store.
• Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools, such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches.
• Other relevant duties assigned.
• Complete DMS check sheets & schedules.
• Other relevant duties assigned.
• Ensure corrective wearing of PPE.
• Adhere to all H&S policies and procedures.

Deadline:12th March,2026