Qualified Artisans â Mechanical, Electrical & Instrumentation

Recruiter:

O'Brien Recruitment

Job Ref:

CPT000087/RL

Date posted:

Monday, October 19, 2026

Location:

Newlands, South Africa

SUMMARY:

Qualified Artisans – Mechanical, Electrical & Instrumentation

Newlands | Temp

POSITION INFO:

Location: Newlands, Cape Town

Industry: FMCG / Manufacturing

Employment Type: Temporary / Contract

Working Hours: Shift Work

Availability: Immediately

O'Brien Recruitment is currently seeking qualified and experienced Artisans for temporary opportunities with one of our leading clients in the FMCG/manufacturing industry, based in Newlands, Cape Town.

We are looking for candidates in the following trades:

Mechanical Artisans
Electrical Artisans
Instrumentation Artisans

Minimum Requirements

Matric (Grade 12)
Relevant Trade Test Certificate (Mechanical, Electrical or Instrumentation)
Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
Must have a clear criminal record
Must be available to start immediately
Must be willing and able to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays when required
Strong fault-finding, maintenance and troubleshooting skills

Key Responsibilities

Perform preventative and breakdown maintenance on plant equipment and machinery.
Identify, diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical or instrumentation faults.
Ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently.
Assist with repairs, installations and general maintenance.
Adhere to all health and safety standards and procedures.

How to Apply

If you are a qualified Artisan with a valid Trade Test Certificate and are available immediately, we would love to hear from you! Please ensure your CV clearly indicates your trade qualification, relevant experience and availability. Only candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be considered.

Similar jobs you might be interested in:

Qualified Artisans â Mechanical, Electrical & Instrumentation
Location: Newlands
Salary:
qualified artisans – mechanical, electrical & instrumentationNewlands | Temp
Today

General Technical Assistant
Location: Cape Town
Salary:
6 days ago

MK 19718 - Welding Coordinator – Paarl (WC)
Location: Paarl, Western Cape
Salary: R300,000 – R420,000 CTC per annum
Welding Coordinator – Paarl (WC)
3 days ago

Ammonia GCC Plant Engineer
Location: Cape Town
Salary: 1 600 000
Job Opportunity:Ammonia GCC Engineer |Cape Town – Take the lead in plant reliability, utilities and engineering excellence within food manufacturing
12 days ago

Plant Manager - Cape Town
Location: Cape Town
Salary: Monthly
Our client in the water treatment industry is seeking to employ a Plant Manager to join their team based in Cape Town, Western Cape.Exciting Opportunity:Join a leading and innovative water treatment team where you will take responsibility for the overall plant and facility management, operations, and maintenance of a water treatment facility. This role offers an opportunity to contribute directly ...
13 days ago

Maintenance Manager
Location: Capetown
Salary: Market-related
The Maintenance Manager exists to lead, plan, and control all maintenance activities across production equipment and site facilities.
67 days ago

Millwright-Cape Winelands
Location: Capetown
Salary: market related
This is a hands-on factory-floor role for someone highly efficient, technically proficient, dependable and able to work independently.
69 days ago

Qualified Artisans â Mechanical, Electrical & Instrumentation