Maintenance Handyman at Rainbow Chicken

Rainbow Chicken is on the hunt for multi-skilled Handyman for their Maintenance Team on the Broiler sites. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing maintenance tasks within the Broiler sites.

Minimum Requirements    

•  2 years in a Multi – skilled role in mechanical, electrical and civil experience.
•  Must have N3 relevant qualification and matric.
•  Must have a valid EB (code 08) driver’s license, (code 10) would be an added advantage.
•  Must be prepared to work overtime and standby duties. 
•  Must be able to conduct adjustments to machinery as well as change components parts. Independently perform routine and repetitive maintenance   tasks within Agriculture.
•  Conduct mechanical, electrical and civil breakdowns.
•  Conduct standby duties, service and upgrade equipment on farms.
•  Maintain a clean workshop environment.
•  Ensure a safe working environment.
•  Be a part of a high performance team, service, repair and maintenance of all mechanical equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities    

• Storage and Maintenance of Tools Monitor that power tools, hand tools maintenance equipment are kept in good working condition and stored safely.
• Report broken tools/equipment to the Maintenance Manager and, where possible repair broken maintenance tools.
• Identify the types of tools, equipment and materials required. Once work has been completed, request that the supervisor inspect the workmanship.
• Perform duties as per requirements to eliminate down time or eliminate hazards / safety issues.
• Make operational and technical decisions that fall within the ambit of responsibility Troubleshoot, fault find and maintain warehouse equipment that falls within scope of responsibility.
• Work under supervision using standardised practices and/or methods.
• General Repairs and Maintenance Replace faulty globes and tubes. Repair and/or replace all electrical equipment (where qualified to).
• Fix any safety hazards.
• Assemble and repair furniture and other equipment.
• Install appliances and machinery.
• Do plumbing and carpentry.
• Liaise with contractors and other workers.
• Attend to: - Broken and collapsing ceilings - Roof Leaks - Painting of buildings , structure, equipment and ceilings - Water proofing of roofs and insulated ceilings.
• Replace broken window panes.
• Replace doors, hinges and locks.
• Perform paving ,fence and gate repairs.
• Perform basic bricklaying and plastering.
• Repair and/or replace leaking gutters and downpipes.
• Carry out wall and floor tiling as necessary.
• Safety, Health. Environment, Risk and Quality (SHEQ) Maintain a secure working environment.
• Maintain a safe working environment.
• Comply with health and safety procedures.
• Ensure that documentation required within the Total Integrated Management System (TIMS), is applied consistently within scope of function.
• Effective Teamwork and Self-Management.
• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning and prioritizing, and self-development.
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained.
• Inform relevant parties in the event of tasks or deadlines not met, the potential risks thereof and provide appropriate resolution.
• Manage colleagues and employees’ expectations and communicate appropriately.
• Demonstrate willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets and objectives.