Artisan : Boilermaker at Premier FMCG (Pty) Ltd

Job Description    

• To carry out responsibilities of Plant and Engineering functions of the site maintenance team.
• Carrying out repairs and maintenance to all assets at the Mill.

Responsibilities:

• Timeous replacement of wearing parts (Planned Maintenance)
• Monitor and Inspect plant for potential and existing defects.
• Report any defects noticed while performing normal functions.
• Check report books daily and liaise with Maintenance Manager on action to be taken on reported defects.
• Carrying out of scheduled preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment.
• Installation and project work as required.
• Perform breakdown functions on mechanical equipment at the Mill.
• Completion of all mandatory checklists
• Repairs to be done at a high standard to enable minimum downtime.
• Fabricate equipment according to plant specifications / drawings.
• General housekeeping
• Health & Safety

Qualification Requirements    

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Appropriate engineering qualification through a recognized apprenticeship as Boilermaker (Trade test)

Other Requirements:

• Ability to work outside normal working hours (overtime as required)
• Perform standby on rotational basis.
• Candidates are required to have their own tools.
• Required to work overtime as a result of breakdowns and planned maintenance when required.
• Knowledge and experience in fitting will be to your advantage.

Experience Requirements    

Minimum 5-years’ experience in Milling environment, with strong focus on the following:

• Must be able to read and update mechanical drawings.
• Knowledge of safety checks on mechanical equipment in accordance with OHSA
• Problem solving ability.
• Layout and manufacturing of pipes, chutes, spouting, (heavy duty) etc.

Key Outputs    

• Planning and organising skills
• Ability to function in a team
• Computer skills with a proficiency in MS Office
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to read drawings
• Assist with other jobs that may reasonably be required within the maintenance department
• Ability to work outside electrical/mechanical boundary
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)

Closing Date    
2023/05/16