Our client, a global leader in the Industrial and Engineering Supplies industry, is seeking a passionate and driven External Customer Sales Consultant to join their team and drive sales across various areas in the Northern Cape. 

This is an awesome career opportunity! 

Requirements:

• Qualified Millwright with completed apprenticeship or equivalent apprenticeship training.

• Section 13 or Section 26D Trade Test Certificate as a Millwright (Electro-Mechanician).

• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience maintaining large electrical and mechanical installations.

• Strong electrical background with the ability to troubleshoot accurately and efficiently.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience with SCADA and PLC control systems will be advantageous.

• Experience with field control instrumentation will be advantageous.

• Sound knowledge of mechanical and electrical maintenance principles.

• Extensive knowledge of centrifugal pumps, including slurry and clean-water applications.

• Strong understanding of positive displacement pumps, including diaphragm, screw, and peristaltic pumps.

• Knowledge of pump alignment, fault diagnosis, vibration causes, and bearing failures.

• Understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

• Working knowledge of Variable Speed Drives (VSDs) and soft starters, including setup, fault finding, and parameter verification.

• Basic instrumentation knowledge, including pH, ORP, and conductivity probes, calibration, and fault finding.

• Electrical fault-finding experience on low-voltage systems.

• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, P&IDs, and mechanical schematics.

• Understanding of preventative and predictive maintenance strategies.

• Knowledge of lubrication systems and practices.

• Sound understanding of the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) and/or Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) in South Africa.

• Knowledge of lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and execute predictive, preventative, and corrective maintenance activities.

• Ensure effective application and adherence to the Computerised Maintenance Management System (MaintainX).

• Ensure all plant assets are clearly identified, marked, and controlled through an accurate Asset Register.

• Attend to breakdowns promptly and prioritise maintenance jobs according to operational requirements.

• Plan and perform routine servicing, repairs, and preventative maintenance of electro-mechanical equipment in a professional and cost-effective manner.

• Ensure compliance with planned maintenance schedules and maintenance windows.

• Monitor and report on the condition and performance of electro-mechanical plant equipment.

• Ensure adherence to predictive and preventative maintenance requirements.

• Manage and coordinate the maintenance team and ensure effective utilisation of available resources.

• Implement and manage artisan standby rosters, overtime, leave schedules, and skills development programmes.

• Enforce appropriate discipline in accordance with company procedures.

• Conduct weekly toolbox talks with the maintenance team.

• Conduct regular maintenance forward planning and lead weekly maintenance meetings.

• Prepare and submit maintenance reports as required.

• Assist with hands-on maintenance activities during non-high-risk work.

• Oversee high-risk maintenance activities during weekends and after hours when required.

• Assist with contractor management for maintenance-related activities on site.

• Monitor contractor performance and service-level agreements.

• Assist with the coordination and escorting of filter press and lime delivery trucks when required.

• Assist with specifications, sourcing, quality control, refurbishment, and repair of equipment.

• Assist with pricing, tendering, and implementation of new electrical, mechanical, and civil installations.

• Manage maintenance spares and ensure appropriate stock levels are maintained.

• Ensure approved and contractually required maintenance spares are available when needed.

• Apply sound human resource, administration, and control procedures.

• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with company, client, MHSA/OHSA, and applicable ISO requirements.

• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, health, and safety.

• Take responsibility for applicable legal safety appointments in accordance with MHSA/OHSA requirements.

• Participate in client safety meetings and ensure safety files are maintained.

• Ensure statutory inspections are completed as required.

• Apply lock-out/tag-out procedures in accordance with company requirements.

• Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and/or 5 Why investigations to identify the causes of recurring problems.

• Implement corrective and preventative actions to prevent recurring equipment failures.

• Control, analyse, and maintain accurate CMMS information and use the data as a management tool.

• Liaise with client representatives to coordinate maintenance activities and operational requirements.

• Build and maintain professional client relationships.

• Provide effective feedback and reporting to management and clients.

• Develop practical, cost-effective solutions during breakdown situations.

• Mentor and guide junior artisans and contribute to skills development.

• Maintain a solution-focused and continuous-improvement approach.

• Ensure maintenance activities are completed safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards.

• Perform standby duties and work extended hours when operational requirements dictate.

Please note that if you do not receive a response within 2 weeks, your application has been unsuccessful.