Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Technician (Millwright / Fitter)

Location: Western Cape (Hermon area)
Industry: Food Processing / Manufacturing
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: Market Related (Dependent on experience)

Job Overview

A well-established food processing facility based in the Western Cape is seeking a skilled and reliable Maintenance Technician (Millwright or Fitter) to join their factory maintenance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical and electrical equipment within a production environment to ensure minimal downtime and optimal plant performance.

This role requires a hands-on technician with strong fault-finding abilities and experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing or factory environment. The candidate will work closely with production teams to ensure machinery operates efficiently and safely.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and reactive maintenance on factory equipment and machinery

• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults and carry out repairs efficiently

• Conduct routine inspections of production equipment to prevent breakdowns

• Maintain and repair conveyors, pumps, motors, gearboxes, and production machinery

• Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment

• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and food safety regulations

• Maintain maintenance records and report technical issues

• Work closely with production teams to minimise downtime

• Participate in standby or shift work if required

Minimum Requirements

• Qualified Millwright or Fitter (Trade Tested preferred)

• Minimum 3–5 years experience in a factory or production environment

• Strong mechanical and fault-finding skills

• Basic electrical knowledge (for Millwrights)

• Experience with preventative maintenance systems

• Ability to work independently and under pressure

• Good communication and problem-solving skills

• Valid drivers licence preferred

Advantageous Experience

• Experience within food processing, abattoirs, or manufacturing plants

• Exposure to PLC-controlled machinery

• Experience with refrigeration or automated production equipment

• Welding and fabrication experience

Personal Attributes

• Reliable and hands-on technician

• Strong attention to detail

• Ability to work in a team environment

• Proactive approach to maintenance and problem-solving