Location: East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Employment Type: Permanent
Department: Maintenance
Closing Date: 18 June 2026
Assistant Artisan Job Overview
We are seeking a motivated and technically minded Assistant Artisan to support the maintenance team in ensuring the optimal performance, reliability, and efficiency of plant equipment and production systems. The successful candidate will assist with preventative maintenance, fault finding, equipment repairs, system upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform daily plant and equipment maintenance activities.
- Conduct fault finding, troubleshooting, and basic repairs on production machinery.
- Support preventative and corrective maintenance programs.
- Assist with plant and system upgrades, installations, and maintenance projects.
- Ensure rapid response to equipment breakdowns and minimize downtime.
- Participate in food safety, health and safety, stock control, and maintenance audits.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and reports.
- Participate in on-the-job training and skills development programs.
- Comply with company policies, safety regulations, and quality standards.
Minimum Requirements
Education
- Matric / Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
Experience & Technical Skills
- Technical certification, trade-related training, or relevant technical skills will be advantageous.
- Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, industrial, or manufacturing equipment.
- Willingness to further studies and develop technical competencies to meet future role requirements.
Required Skills and Competencies
- Preventative maintenance
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Fault finding and troubleshooting
- Mechanical and electrical aptitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Self-motivation and initiative
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Numerical and analytical ability
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Accountability and reliability
- Problem-solving skills
- Time management and sense of urgency
- Health and safety awareness
Working Conditions
- Fast-paced and pressurized manufacturing environment.
- Required to work rotational shifts.
- May be required to work overtime, after-hours, weekends, and during emergency breakdown situations.
- Exposure to industrial machinery and production equipment.
