Reference: E.L002083-AK-1 Our client in the Automotive Industry is seeking a Maintenance Technician in the Paint-Shop of Production. The position is based in Kariega. To take ownership and responsibility for all the Electrical installations allocated to the Paint shop and to ensure that all facilities are properly maintained to perform at optimum levels. Duties: Ensuring that all Paint shop electrical installations and PLC systems are maintained to the Group's standards and requirements to ensure safe plant operation using structured maintenance systems such as PM's, checklists, weekend work job cards, etc. Recommending, updating, and modifying electrical installations to the latest engineering technology to stay in line with the latest technologies available on the market by constantly dealing with external suppliers and similar industrial companies. Maintaining of electrical equipment to meet the required health & safety standards to ensure a safe work environment for all employees. Making the necessary adjustments to facilities such as conveyor speeds, fan speeds, system pressures, tank levels etc. using PLC settings, controller adjustments, and thereafter verifying that the adjustments produced the required outcome by measuring the output performance/parameters. Carrying out planned maintenance activities using the correct tools and testing equipment according to the Group's systems, processes, and procedures to ensure that all equipment is serviced at the required intervals as determined from time to time by the maintenance planner / original equipment supplier. Activating participation on a daily basis in the Shop Floor Management structure. This includes sectional meetings and problem-resolution activities/implementation as driven by the team. Qualifications: NN Diploma/ National Diploma/Degree in Electrical Engineering (light current) / Mechatronics Trade test certificate Electrician /Millwright Experience Needed: Minimum 2-4years' proven operations and maintenance experience within in the manufacturing environment Essential: Good experience in VSD control system (Danfoss & SEW) Understanding of PLC systems (preferably Siemens Simatic S7) / SCADA (WinCC or similar) Proven problem solving and analytical skills Ability to communicate verbally and orally at various levels (operator to management level) Ability to work independently and as part of a team Must be computer literate (MS Office) Added Advantage: Automation experience Certified training (PLC's Drives, etc.). Apply Now

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