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  • Posted: Mar 9, 2026
    Deadline: Mar 19, 2026
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  • Defy Appliances (Pty) Ltd is Southern Africa’s largest manufacturer and distributor of major domestic appliances. The company markets its products under the Defy brand and offers the consumer a full range of kitchen, laundry and small domestic appliances. Established in 1905, Defy made its debut by manufacturing the first electric stove in South Africa. I...
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    Maintenance Shift Leader

    Job Description

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Supervise and lead maintenance team members on shift to ensure smooth operations.
    • Allocate work assignments and ensure completion of planned maintenance tasks.
    • Monitor and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and automation systems to minimize downtime.
    • Ensure proper documentation of maintenance activities, work orders, and shift reports.
    • Oversee and execute preventive maintenance programs to enhance equipment reliability.
    • Respond promptly to breakdowns and ensure quick resolution of technical issues.
    • Collaborate with the production team to schedule maintenance with minimal disruption.
    • Identify recurring maintenance issues and recommend corrective actions.
    • Enforce adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
    • Ensure that all maintenance activities are conducted following safety protocols.
    • Conduct shift inspections to maintain a safe and compliant work environment.
    • Drive initiatives to improve machine efficiency and overall equipment effectiveness.
    • Train and mentor maintenance team members to enhance technical skills.
    • Participate in root cause analysis and recommend process improvements.
    • Communicate shift handovers effectively to ensure smooth transitions.
    • Required to work shifts.

    REPORTING

    • Plant Engineer

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

    • Diploma or degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent technical qualification).
    • Minimum 3–5 years in a maintenance supervisory role within a manufacturing environment.
    • Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
    • Experience with PLCs, automation systems, and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) is an advantage.
    • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
    • Strong leadership and team management abilities.
    • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
    • Effective communication and coordination with cross-functional teams.

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    Millwright

    Job Description

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

    • Trade Tested Millwright Artisan with proven experience in maintenance of manufacturing equipment and supporting operations. (Refrigeration, FMCG, Plastics, Metal pressing, paint process)
    • Have Matric with Mathematics, Physical Sciences or N3 in the relevant electro-mechanical technical field,
    • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in working with machinery and equipment.
    • PLC, automated and robotic systems/ equipment experience is beneficial.
    • Must be able to read and understand electrical drawings and use for troubleshooting.
    • Have a good grasp and well able to work on and troubleshoot electrical power transmission and machine control systems, single phase, 3 phase systems and DC systems.
    • Have good mechanical aptitude and experience of operations and maintenance of machinery in automated processes.
    • Able to troubleshoot control systems, setup and replace ac motor drives.
    • Working experience on operation and maintenance of hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems and geared drive systems.
    • Be hands-on and able to work in a pressurized environment.
    • Have good interpersonal skills with a positive attitude and able to use own initiative, excellent temperament, and problem-solving attitude.
    • Be self-motivated and a team player.
    • Work shifts on weekly rotational basis to cover 24 hours per day.
    • Have good communication skills
    • Required to have your own full set of mechanical and electrical tools and electrical test meters.

    REPORTING

    • Maintenance Specialist

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Report of all work and activities to the Maintenance Superintendent.
    • Complete daily job cards and reports timeously.
    • Responsible for effective operation of all machinery and equipment at the factory.
    • Responsible to complete jobs timeously under minimal supervision.
    • Repair breakdowns on mechanical and electrical equipment to reduce production stoppage time.
    • Work on and troubleshoot electrical power transmission systems, single phase, 3 phase systems, and DC motors and systems.
    • Perform planned and preventative maintenance work.
    • Create a working list of spare parts and other requirements and make requisitions from the maintenance superintendent.
    • Daily handovers and feedback recording in logbooks.
    • Perform all TPM related activities as delegated and required.
    • Ensure safety compliance, compliance to company policies and related instructions.
    • Safe operation and use of lifting equipment, cranes and forklifts.

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