RandWater Workshop Assistant – Mechanical (A2 Operator) X2

Location

• Country: South Africa

• Province: Gauteng

• Town/City: Three Rivers East, Vereeniging

• Site: Zuikerbosch

Job Summary

Rand Water is seeking two Workshop Assistants – Mechanical (A2 Operators) to join its Zuikerbosch site. The successful candidates will ensure that the allocated plant is maintained to a safe and reliable standard as required by Rand Water’s operational guidelines.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Grade 12 or N3 Certificate in Fitting and Turning

• Experience: Minimum 1 year relevant experience in fitting and turning

• License: Valid Code B driver’s license and ability to pass Rand Water’s K53 test

Primary Duties

Planned Maintenance

• Perform daily, monthly, and annual scheduled maintenance tasks

• Investigate and repair all mechanical breakdowns

• Work overtime when required

• Maintain high work standards and ensure legal & safety compliance

• Plan tasks effectively to ensure availability of materials, tools, assistants, transport, and equipment

Project Coordination

• Provide input on site requirements

• Conduct regular site inspections

• Attend site visits to ensure smooth operations

Maintenance Planning System

• Report and analyze section performance data

• Participate in formal Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) programs

• Engage in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) sessions

• Contribute to shutdown planning

Knowledge & Skills

Knowledge

• Operation of field mechanical equipment

• Understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act

• Basics of water purification and treatment processes

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong administrative and analytical skills

• Ability to perform fault finding and problem-solving

• Proficiency in Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) and Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

Attitude & Personal Attributes

• Ability to meet tight deadlines

• Team player with excellent collaboration skills

• Safety-conscious and detail-oriented

• Willingness to learn and grow within the organization

• Demonstrates initiative and self-motivation

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their CV along with certified copies of:

• ID document

• Qualifications

• Proof of residence

• Any other relevant supporting documents