Maintenance Technician (Cold Storage) – 6-month contract

A well-established importer within the wholesale trading industry needs a skilled Maintenance Technician. If you meet the set-out requirements to perform the key performance areas successfully then this position is just for you.

Education:

• Grade 12
• N5 – N6 (Electrical, Mechanical, Ammonia Refrigeration)
• Red Seal certified would be an advantage
• 3 – 5 years’ experience in similar role
• Logistical and Industrial Maintenance
• Cold Storage and Facility Maintenance

Skills and Knowledge:

• Operational infrastructure maintenance
• Material handling equipment
• Ammonia refrigeration system
• Occupational Health & Safety
• Computer Literate
• Preventative building maintenance

Key Performance Areas:

Refrigeration Systems (Ammonia):

• Inspect the plant daily
• Check the service detail preventative sheets
• Repair any scheduled and unscheduled repairs
• Calibrate and verify the measuring equipment
• Record and document all activities events and concerns

Building Maintenance:

• Check and inspect all preventative maintenance
• Scheduled and unscheduled mid or minor repairs (Painting, Plastering, Plumbing)
• Electrical devices and appliance upkeeping
• Service and upkeep the security gate and fencing
• Arrange and report major maintenance projects
• Reporting on and budget for all facilities and building expenses
• Manage contractors and report all preventative maintenance activities

Asset Management and Control:

• Maintain and report on asset register
• Stock take of equipment and assets
• Inspect equipment and assets
• Replenish and replace assets

Assurance of Safety and Compliance:

• Conduct preventative maintenance checks
• Observe and action proactively health and safety maintenance

Budgetary:

• Assist with cost indications and budget calculations
• Inform management adjustments on budgets
• Update budget reports.

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