Artisan (Mechanical/Millwright) - Wadeville at Distell

Applications are invited to for the above-mentioned position in the Engineering Department: Electrical and Mechanical based at Supply Chain Plant in Wadeville Johannesburg. The successful incumbent will report to the Maintenance Foreman.

Purpose of the Position:

• To maintain all equipment to optimize availability of equipment and give assistance with the co-ordination of line activities to meet the Utilities and Site Service needs. 
• Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:
• Maintaining machinery and equipment on the site per required standard.
• Adherence to Planned and Preventative maintenance schedules
• Knowledge on air Compressors, Nh3 Plant, Water Plant and Steam Boiler
• Are you willing to perform Standby duties when required 
• Improving OEE (overall equipment efficiency) on all production lines.
• Reduce unplanned downtime
• Health and Safety supervision of machinery, equipment and working environment
• Compliance to OHS Act.
• Provide an effective Engineering service to the Production department
• Perform administrative tasks (job cards, quality check sheets, etc.)
• Perform stand-in duties
• Leading and supervising people
• Participate in Mini business activities and practices.

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:

• N3-N6 equivalent with Trade Certificate - Millwright, Mechanical Engineering
• Grade 12 or Mechanical/Electrical NTC3 qualification.
• Full N2 trade theory completed 
• Experience in a high speed, high-tech bottling operation will be advantageous
• Completed apprenticeship with recognized Institution i.e. was registered as an apprentice
• More than 2-3 years relevant practical experience
• Ability to work under pressure and display good attention to detail
• Proven ability in problem solving and knowledge of the various problem solving methods
• Must be self-motivated, innovative and able to work without or limited supervision
• To reflect good leadership behaviour - towards colleagues, superior and company values
• Must be willing and able to work shifts and overtime when required. 

Reference Number: 19699                               

Closing Date: 30 December 2022