AVI LIMITED is home to many of South Africa’s leading and best-loved brands. Listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange in the Food Products sector, and centred on the FMCG market, AVI’s extensive brand portfolio includes more than 50 brands. Our single-minded purpose is our brands growth and development. Our brands span a range of categories i...
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Key Areas of Impact:
- Interaction with Users
- Interaction with functional consultants
- Trouble-shoot and debug issues on existing solutions
- Build Solutions in ERP System, PI, GRC, and mobility environment
- SAP Workflow
- Test and ensure excellence of solutions delivered
- Document solutions delivered
- Research, recommend and document new best practices
What It Takes to Succeed:
Experience that set you up for success:
- 10 to 12 years’ experience
- General knowledge of SAP back-end modules and processes (including HR, FI, MM, SD, PM), including Retail
- ABAP, including OO, Function Modules, ALE/Idocs, Dynpro, Reports, Forms, the SAP Enhancement Framework and SAP Workflow
- Object-oriented programming concepts
- Knowledge of “Standard” Web Technologies (HTML5, JavaScript, the DOM(Document Object Model) IE, Chrome, and how to make use of the Consoles and debugging tools within the various browsers)
- Knowledge of ERP concepts, Knowledge of User Experience Theory
- Non ERP SAP Systems (PORTAL/GRC/SOLMAN)
- IDOC/ALE config, distribution, SAP PO/PI/CPI directory (FILE, IDOC, JDBC, RFC, XI, SOAP, J2SE, AS2, SFTP Adapters)
- SAP Workflow
- SAP Fiori, SAP Portal or CRM concepts and enhancements, SAP HANA
- SAP ODATA and REST, SAP SLD definition and config
Qualifications & Certifications that will contribute to your success:
- A Degree/Diploma in Information Technology or equivalent is required.
- Professional certifications in various SAP modules will be an advantage.
Closing Date 31 July 2026
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Key Areas of Impact:
- Install, inspect, troubleshoot, and repair electrical wiring, generators, meters, and other equipment associated with utility services.
- Maintain and service electrical systems for utility plants, substations, lights and distribution networks.
- Conduct routine preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and enhance reliability.
- Respond promptly to emergency repair requests and outages.
- Interpret electrical blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards, local codes, and regulations during all electrical work. (SANS)
- Collaborate with other utility workers and engineers to support system upgrades and new installations.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs, and inspections.
- Operate and maintain electrical testing and diagnostic tools.
- Follow proper lockout/ tag out procedures to ensure safety during maintenance and repair. (HIRA)
What It Takes to Succeed:
Experience that set you up for success:
- Have at least 3 years’ post apprenticeship experience in a similar role within the Manufacturing environment
- Proven experience in electrical maintenance and repair, preferably in Utilities or FMCG
- Strong knowledge of MV and LV electrical systems, wiring, and safety practices.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. (RCA)
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Qualifications & Certifications that will contribute to your success:
- Must be a qualified electrician with a recognized trade test (red seal) Must have a minimum theoretical qualification of N4
- Must hold a valid MV and LV switching certificate.
Additional Requirements that will enhance your impact for success:
- Ability to interpret and understand complex electrical drawings
- Strong fault finding knowledge and techniques
- Must be committed to continuous improvement
- Knowledge of HACCP, FSSC and GMP is a prerequisite
- MV and LV switching qualification
- Knowledge of factory wiring standards
- Good knowledge of maintenance on Generators, transformers and MCC rooms
- Interpersonal skills
- High degree of problem solving ability
- Maintenance scope Planning skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Good communication skills
Closing Date 27 July 2026
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Key Areas of Impact:
Health and Safety and Food safety
- Sound Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Regulations
- Continuously adherence to a safe working practices
- Adhere to the company safety policy
- Adhere to the company food safety policies
- Manufacturing of continuous improvements in the factory
- Assistance with the implementation of the new equipment
Maintenance
- Carry out breakdown repair work in the plant and on plant equipment
- Carry out planned and preventative maintenance schedules as required on equipment within the area of responsibility
- Perform planned shutdown work on plant and ancillary equipment
- Contribute to the scope of work for planned maintenance activities
- Identify potential reliability issues and poor engineering practices, take appropriate actions to rectify such deviations
Problem solving
- Provide expert advice and guidance on problem-solving techniques to fellow workers
- Adhere to the company escalation procedure
- Contribute to investigating and completing root cause and failure analysis on recurrent breakdowns and failures.
Reporting
- Complete checklists and take appropriate follow up measures
- Provide performance feedback on task as well as team meeting platforms
- Record all maintenance data on Shopware
What It Takes to Succeed:
Experience that set you up for success:
- Have at least 4 years of experience in processing plant machinery in an FMCG or manufacturing facility
- Experienced and Knowledgeable with pneumatics
- Working experience in conveyance systems
- Working experience with vibrators ,fast backs ,extruders and packaging machies
- Experienced with steam ,oil and water pipes
- Experienced with Turning and Milling
- Experienced with stainless steel fabrication and welding
- Fabrication of chutes, squares, rounds and platforms
- Food safe design and hygiene manufacturing experience
- Boiler making skills advantage
- Computer literacy-Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook (e-mail)
Qualifications & Certifications that will contribute to your success:
- Matric essential
- Trade-tested Fitter & Turner at accredited training facility
- Minimum of N3 Technical Qualification
Closing Date 27 July 2026
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Job Specification:
Key Performance Areas:
Food Safety, Health & Safety Compliance
- Consistently adhere to and promote safe working practices in alignment with company policies, food safety standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., HACCP, ISO 22000, GFSI).
- Follow all company Health & Safety procedures, including machine guarding, chemical handling, hygiene protocols, and safe isolation (LOTO) to prevent contamination and injury.
- Actively participate in risk assessments, safety talks, GMP audits, and hygiene inspections to maintain a safe and compliant food manufacturing environment.
- Maintain clean and sanitary work areas, ensuring tools, parts, and maintenance activities do not compromise product quality or food safety.
Maintenance & Technical Responsibilities
- Configure and set machinery according to manufacturer specifications and food production requirements to ensure consistent product quality and compliance.
- Work with a range of food-processing and utility equipment, including gas installations and burners, conveying and transfer systems, vibratory equipment, modular and spliced belts, rollers, incline screws, hoppers, extruders, V-belts, chain drives, pumps, gearboxes, and associated components.
- Conduct PLC fault finding to restore automated equipment performance quickly and safely.
- Ensure equipment availability and reliability to support production efficiency, output targets, and hygienic manufacturing standards.
- Perform routine and reactive maintenance including repairs, diagnostics, and equipment adjustments while preventing foreign-object contamination and ensuring food safety controls.
- Maintain and repair pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, and basic electrical systems in accordance with safety and hygiene regulations.
- Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) on electrical and mechanical equipment, ensuring correct lubrication practices, part replacement, and sanitation-friendly repairs.
- Install, commission, and repair machinery in a manner that minimizes contamination risks and complies with hygienic design principles.
Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement
- Investigate root causes of equipment failures using structured problem-solving techniques to prevent recurrence and improve safety and product consistency.
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives, focusing on safety, efficiency, energy reduction, and hygienic manufacturing processes.
- Support and execute plant modification projects, ensuring all engineering changes align with food safety standards and validated procedures.
- Participate in project planning and commissioning, ensuring equipment meets sanitary design and operational requirements.
Customer Service & Production Support
- Provide responsive and professional service to the production team, ensuring engineering support contributes to safe, smooth, and efficient manufacturing operations.
- Communicate proactively with production staff, ensuring their needs are met without compromising safety, hygiene, or quality standards
Downtime Control & Reporting
- Record, analyse, and report engineering downtime data precisely to the Engineering Foreman, supporting accurate tracking and improvement planning.
- Work to meet downtime targets by ensuring quick, safe, and effective resolution of breakdowns while maintaining strict adherence to food-safety protocols during maintenance activities.
Minimum Requirements:
Experience:
- At least 3 years’ experience as a Millwright in food manufacturing/processing machines and plant equipment maintenance and repairs required within a FMCG environment.
- Experience the following: Gas installations/ burners, Conveying transfer systems, Vibrators, Modular/Splicing belts, Rollers, incline screws, Hoppers, Extruders, V Belts, Chain drives, Pumps, Gearboxes
Qualifications:
- Matric / Grade 12
- Trade tested as a Millwright at an accredited training facility
- Completed Mechanical / Electrical Engineering qualification or minimum N4 qualification
Additional Requirements:
- Occupational Health and Safety Regulations
- Gas installation and troubleshooting
- Pneumatic and Electro-Pneumatic systems
- PLC programming and VSD set-up knowledge is advantageous Knowledge of QMS, HACCP and GMP’s is an advantage
Closing Date 27 July 2026
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