Job Description
RCL Foods is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to join our baking division. The role will be based in Spartan and will report to the Shift Artisan. The successful incumbent will be responsible for assisting the artisans in the execution of all electrical, mechanical and civil maintenance and repair of related machinery and equipment.
Duties & Responsibilities
Mechanical and Electrical Maintenance:
- Inspection of machinery and equipment as per supplier requirements set out in the maintenance procedures.
- Assist with maintenance of all related machinery and equipment in accordance with the maintenance plan and schedule.
- Assist with electrical repairs on machinery and related equipment per breakdown.
- Assist with electrical repairs in the building.
Civil:
- Inspection of water systems and main water supply as per maintenance schedule.
- Assist with maintenance of water systems and water supply in accordance to the maintenance plan and schedule.
- Assist with maintenance of buildings as per maintenance schedule.
General:
- Execution of all reasonable instructions issued by Artisan and Manager of daily tasks.
- Execution of all reasonable instructions issued by authorized personnel/management.
- Daily inspection of all related machinery, equipment and constructions for prevention of breakdowns.
- Assist with special projects.
- Ensure the toolbox is fully stocked and kept in a clean, hygienic state.
- Ensure maintenance workshop is clean and tidy at all times with all items in their correct place.
- Ensure work area is clean and tidy and good housekeeping practices are maintained in the workplace.
- Adhere to food safety guidelines as per company policies and procedures.
- Abide by all Good Manufacturing Practices requirements as set out by the employer.
- Ensure all work areas are cleaned and free from contaminants after maintenance work has been completed.
Minimum Requirements
Grade 12/ Matric with physical science and Mathematics.
Or Technical Senior Certificate/similar technical qualification.
N3 certificate in mechanical/electrical engineering will be advantageous.
1+ years’ experience as a maintenance assistant in an FMCG or similar environment.
Welding; measuring; knowledge of tools and correct application thereof.