Preventative Maintenance Artisan -Richards Bay at Bidvest Tank Terminals

Job Advert Summary    

• A position for Preventative Maintenance Artisan has become available within the Maintenance Department at BTT Richards Bay.
• The purpose of the job is to plan and execute daily preventative maintenance plans, to provide an effective and efficient maintenance service to all BTT sites in Richards Bay. The incumbent will report frequently on preventative maintenance adherence, condition of assets and any deviations observed during inspections.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Good knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical and Welding.
• Excellent planning skills
• Good understanding of maintenance in a chemical and gas operation.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Be a team player and create a team environment.
• Good knowledge of API 650/653
• Good knowledge of ISO 9001,14001 and 45001
• Be able to work independently.

Minimum Requirements    

• Matric or N4
• Qualified Fitter/Millwright – trade tested
• Minimum 12 years maintenance experience post trade test
• Experience in a petrochemical/chemical environment advantageous

Duties and Responsibilities    

• To execute the preventative maintenance plans that has been scheduled on the computerized preventative maintenance system.
• To assist in implementing and executing a planned maintenance system that provides consistent and reliable equipment to support Operations.
• Prioritize and schedule daily work and manage time to ensure that maximum productivity is met.
• Ensures that completed preventative maintenance plans are confirmed on SAP PM electronically.
• Perform plant walk-about & equipment inspections daily to identify and rectify any site issues.
• Ensure that all equipment is maintained and in good working order according to supplier’s maintenance requirements and prolong its useful life.
• Complete preventative maintenance works orders timeously and ensures its overall effectiveness.
• Discuss all deviations and corrective work arising from preventative maintenance inspections with the Foreman, Planner and Maintenance Manager.
• Ensure that the quality of work done by service providers on critical equipment complies with relevant standards.
• Ensure that all equipment is maintained at optimum levels to minimize downtime of equipment.
• Adress and eliminate re-occurring faults and breakdowns.
• Identify and implement cost saving initiatives within the organization.
• Prepare and assist with all internal and external maintenance audits and ensure that documentation is readily available.
• Conduct inspections on compressors, chillers, pressure vessels, cylinders, air receivers, lines, hoses, pipes, pumps, guards, boilers, tanks and other equipment at BTT.
• Inspect tanks and associated equipment, P.V. valves, isolation valves and relief valves.
• Accurate reporting of equipment condition and propose plans for replacement or upgrades.
• Timely completion of preventative maintenance plans.

Deadline:12th August,2026