Maintenance Technician (Final Assembly)

SUMMARY:
Our client, in the Manufacturing Industry, has an opportunity for a Maintenance Technician - Final Assembly. This role will be based in Uitenhage.

POSITION INFO:

Requirements:

• National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering , Mechatronics Engineering or any relevant Engineering qualification
• 3 to 5 years’ experience in a maintenance environment
• Possesses skills on AC and DC control speed drives, preferably SEW and Siemens
• Strong programming experience, preferably Siemens Simatic S7/ TIA Portal, would be advantageous
• Be able to install and change IP addresses, modify & analyse any deviation of machine performance
• Understanding of network architecture and network topologies would be an advantage
• Knowledge of Siemens Serv1 and 2
• Knowledge of Profibus, Interbus and Profinet. Profisafe would be advantageous
• Knowledge of S7 distributed safety would be an added advantage
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office Package
• Be prepared to work shift, weekends, additional and emergency hours

KPAs:

• Modification and analysis of any deviation of machine performance from manufacturer’s specs
• Responsible for identifying and sourcing critical spares for equipment in work area
• Analyse breakdowns and implement preventative measures to eliminate reoccurrences
• Ensure that backups of all Critical Operating Files, e.g. PLC programs, Robots, AC/DC Drives are maintained

Please note should you not receive a response within 7 days of applying, you may consider your application as being unsuccessful. 

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