DC Technician at Truworths

Job Description    

• We are seeking a self-managed, reliable, and functional Millwright to join our high-performance maintenance team in a highly automated distribution center. The ideal candidate will be multi-skilled, capable of working independently across a variety of systems, and have strong experience in technical support, preventive maintenance, and automation systems. You will be responsible for ensuring operational efficiency through planned and unplanned maintenance activities.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for automated and semi-automated systems
• Execute planned maintenance according to schedules
• Respond promptly to breakdowns and ensure minimal downtime
• Perform mechanical, electrical, and electronic repairs
• Assist in equipment upgrades, small-scale technical projects, and installations
• Maintain and control technical spares stock
• Complete maintenance documentation, job cards, and shift reports accurately
• Conduct safety checks and ensure compliance with safety regulations
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives
• Oversee the maintenance of forklifts
• Minor building maintenance task with a good understanding of preventative maintenance systems
• PLC debugging and fault finding experience would be preferable.  

Key Responsibilities    

• Provide technical support to DC
• Carry out planned Maintenance routine
• Maintain structured records ( worked carried out, contractors work, permits)
• Work on a three quote system
• Management of all incident reports
• Feed Back on breakdowns
• Overtime support when needed
• Control of stock and critical spares
• Adhere to all safe working procedures
• Housekeeping 5 S
• Perform inspection of various H&S required registers

Qualifications and Experience    

• +7 Years technical and maintenance experience
• Millwright trade certificate
• Preferably an “N” technical qualification
• PLC programing awareness and problem solving ( Siemens and Allen Bradley)
• Proven experience with conveyors, shuttle systems, sorters, and industrial machinery
• Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams and manuals
• Computer literate
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work overtime during the week (19:00) and possibly weekends (Sat 08:00 to 16:00)

Competencies    

• Action orientated
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented and hands-on approach
• Excellent communication and team collaboration
• High level of initiative and accountability
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize tasks effectively
• Technically curious and willing to learn and adapt
• Analytical
• Focused on continuous improvements
• Innovative
• High work ethic and take pride in work
• Logical thinker
• Experienced and mature