Job Purpose

The successful candidate will be someone who is able to provide innovative and timely technical support on production equipment while working under his or her own initiative. Applicants must be able to work in a highly dynamic environment where responsibility and challenges change. The role provides a great learning opportunity using the most advanced developments in technology. This is a weekend position covering both Saturday & Sunday (12hr) shifts along with at least one 8hr day shift.

Key Responsibilities of the Role

• Troubleshooting and fault finding of automatic, semi-automatic and batch manufacturing equipment.
• Monitoring and maintenance of utilities, water plant, chillers compressors HVAC etc…..
• Carry out planned/unplanned maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
• Execution of work orders generated by the computerised maintenance management system.
• Support key equipment projects at both local and global levels
• Ensure that all equipment is repaired to the highest standards.
• Responsible for filling out plant downtime report for all instances of plant downtime. Report to include time down, corrective action and preventative action going forward.
• Compliance to all site Environmental, Health and Safety requirements, training and regulations.
• Perform additional duties at the request of the maintenance manager.

Key Requirements (Education and Experience)

• National Diploma in Automation/Engineering or equivalent
• 5 years experience in a highly automated manufacturing environment.
• Capability of debugging Allen-Bradley PLC`s, Motion and Machine Controls, Vision Systems and Industrial Networks (Ethernet IP) would offer candidates a distinct advantage for this role.
• Facilities maintenance experience would be advantageous
• Effective in analysis and elimination of recurring equipment problems.
• Computer Literacy.
• Excellent communication skills both written and oral.