Maintenance Technician

Department: Manufacturing

Location: Paarden Eiland

Employment Type: Full-time

Start Date: ASAP

The Role

You will be responsible for the maintenance, fault-finding, repair and optimisation of production machinery within our paper cup manufacturing facility.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable working under pressure, diagnosing mechanical problems quickly and taking ownership of equipment reliability. We need someone who doesn't wait for problems to become breakdowns.

You see it. You diagnose it. You fix it. You prevent it from happening again.

If you are a technically strong maintenance professional who takes pride in keeping production moving, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Preventative and planned maintenance on production machinery
• Mechanical fault-finding and breakdown repairs
• Equipment inspections and identifying potential failures
• Installation, adjustment and commissioning of machinery
• Working with bearings, chains, belts, gearboxes, pneumatics and mechanical systems
• Assist with electrical and control-system fault finding where required
• Minimise machine downtime and improve equipment reliability
• Maintain accurate maintenance records
• Work closely with production to resolve machine issues
• Promote safe working practices and good housekeeping

What We’re Looking For

• Must be South African citizen
• Fitter & Turner qualification OR equivalent recognised mechanical qualification
• Solid experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• Strong mechanical fault-finding ability
• Experience with industrial production machinery
• Ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions
• Good understanding of preventative maintenance
• Physically fit and able bodied

Advantageous

• Experience in paper, packaging, printing or converting machinery
• Electrical / PLC fault-finding experience
• Welding and fabrication skills
• Experience with pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Experience implementing preventative maintenance programmes
• Previous experience in a high-speed production environment

What's Great in the Job?

• Act as the hands-on problem solver who keeps equipment running smoothly and production moving without interruption.
• Work across departments, from production to quality and operations, and see firsthand how your expertise keeps the business operating at its best.
• Grow your technical knowledge, troubleshooting abilities, and maintenance skills in a fast-paced, practical environment where no two days are the same.
• Play a key role in a company committed to efficiency, innovation, and continuous improvement, ensuring machinery performs safely and reliably.
• Be part of a skilled and supportive team that values teamwork, knowledge-sharing, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Take ownership of preventative maintenance, repairs, and equipment improvements, making a visible impact on productivity and operational success.
• Enjoy the satisfaction of diagnosing challenges and finding solutions, helping to reduce downtime and improve overall plant performance.
• Build a rewarding career with opportunities to develop your technical expertise, take on new challenges, and grow within the organization.

Salary & Benefits

• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Stable, well‑established company
• Medical Insurance
• Salary dependant on experience ​_ ​​​_

What We Offer

Each employee has a chance to see the impact of their work. You can make a real contribution to the success of the company.
We're committed to creating a workplace that supports your growth, well-being, and sense of belonging.

Pay: R20 000,00 - R40 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person