Main Purpose: To ensure good availability and reliability of all overhead cranes and lifting equipment.

Key Performance Areas:

  • Service, maintain and test overhead cranes, lifting equipment and portable electrical tools and declare it safe for plant maintenance use.
  • Service, maintain and test pneumatic and hydraulic equipment.
  • Overhaul and test 3 phase motors up to 400kw.
  • Conduct statutory load tests on overhead cranes and lifting equipment.
  • Ensure good housekeeping at all times.
  • Any other job related duties as required from time to time.

Competencies:

  • Team player.
  • Self-motivated.
  • Positive attitude.
  • Able to work under pressure and without supervision.
  • Willing to do standby.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work at heights and confined spaces.
  • Safety conscious.

Preferred Requirements:

  • Grade 12/N3.
  • Qualified Artisan (Millwright).
  • 3 Years’ electrical and mechanical experience in a workshop environment.
  • Overhead cranes and lifting equipment experience.
  • Knowledge of the legal requirements of lifting machinery and hydraulics.
  • Read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings.
  • Artisan profile to match the requirements.
  • Computer literate (MS Office).
  • Valid Drivers’ License.
  • Own transport.

Desired Skills:

  • Qualified Artisan
  • Millwright
  • Overhead Cranes
  • Machinery
  • Hydraulics
  • Mechanical Maintenance

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