Our client in the Automotive Manufacturing Industry is currently looking to employ a Maintenance Technician, based in Kariega.

Requirements:

• A National Nated Diploma, National Diploma, BTech, BEng or BSc Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics.

• At least 5 years’ experience in a vehicle manufacturing maintenance and/or industrial technical environment.

• Ability to read and interpret E-Plan electrical and pneumatic drawings.

• Strong analytical and diagnostic skills with effective problem-solving capabilities.

• Willingness to:

  • Work shifts, overtime, weekends, public holidays and during plant shutdowns, if required.

  • Participate in a standby roster.

  • Undergo and pass an appropriate assessment.

  • Complete and pass compulsory VASS training.

• Good attendance record.

Added Advantage:

• German language proficiency.

• Siemens PLC and robotics training.

Responsibilities:

• Repair faulty equipment and parts including welding guns, servo-pneumatic valves, transmission modules, tucker guns, and sealer equipment.

• Resolve robotic electronic communication faults by adjusting the robotic program to prevent reoccurrence and ensure continuous production.

• Analyse and optimise sealer, toxing, welding, laser, bolting, and rivet joining equipment to meet quality standards and production efficiency.

• Analyse PLC programs to resolve errors and determine root causes of Interbus or Profinet network faults. Determine corrective actions to continue the production process and avoid downtime.

• Fault-find, set up, and program SEW drives using diagnostics software such as Movitools and Motion Studio.

• Modify, update, and improve HMI diagnostic software to accurately identify faulty equipment and support rapid resolution of stoppages.

• Analyse and investigate recurring or severe production stoppages, identify root causes, and implement preventative measures.

• Communicate with equipment suppliers and technology experts to resolve complex equipment failures.

• Document breakdowns, stoppages, and problem-solving actions in systems such as Knowledge Management Systems, TPM sheets, and PM schedules.

• Conduct root cause analysis after each breakdown and ensure documentation of causes, countermeasures, and corrective actions.

• Ensure robot safety circuits meet required standards and safety conditions are in place.

• Perform robot and PLC program backups to ensure recovery in the event of data loss.

Please be advised that if you do not receive a response within two weeks of applying, you may consider your application unsuccessful.