Senior Mechanical Technician Sasolburg

*Reference: JHB002220-RD-1* Our client is looking for a Senior Mechanical Fitter / Mechanical Technician to be responsible for the plant and equipment maintenance and repairs of high-speed packaging equipment and other plant and equipment. *Area*: **Qwaqwa, Free State ** *Key Performance Areas:* * Carry out breakdown repair work on mechanical equipment and also assisting ensuring that equipment is running at optimal levels * Carry out planned and preventative maintenance schedules as assigned * Plan shutdown work on plant and equipment * Review planned maintenance tasks and update the maintenance task list * Complete root cause and failure analysis on prolonged and repeated breakdowns * Record all maintenance data (Downtime, spares, and improvement recommendations) * Assist in equipment commissioning phases * Continuously seeking ways to improve plant performance * Implementation of continuous improvement projects in the factory * Continuously monitor machine performance and be proactive in rectifying potential problems detected * Continuously adhere to and engage in safe working practices * Adhere to the company safety policy. * Ensure all mechanical installations comply with the requirements of the OHS ACT  *Minimum Requirements: * * * *Experience: * * Have a minimum of 3 years’ solid experience with High-Speed Packaging machinery working in an FMCG or manufacturing facility * Working knowledge and proven experience with Pneumatic systems * Experience with high-speed flow wrapping and cartoning machines * Plant Maintenance experience is an added advantage *Qualifications:* * Trade tested at an Accredited Training Facility * N4 Fitter- Mechanical Trade Theory in Mechanical Engineering * Computer literacy Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook (e-mail), Additional  *Requirements: * * Must be computer literate * Excellent Fault Finding Abilities * Knowledge of SAP would be advantageous * Ability to work Shifts *Competencies: * * Planning & Organising * Working Together * Meeting Deadlines * Minimising Risk * Attention to Detail * Maintaining Productivity * Taking Initiative * Resolving Conflict R MR - MR - Monthly