Maintenance Technician - Independent Contractor

Our client is seeking 2 Maintenance Technicians (Independent Contractors) to join the Umbongintwini, Durban plant.  ·          Make sure and maintain machines in a good, clean and working order ·          Perform services, modifications and repairs ·          Undertake all planned maintenance work as per schedules.
·          Complete all specified work within the time limits.
·          Ensure that all plant equipment is kept in good and working order ·          Undertake all Electrical/Mechanical work related to breakdowns when required ·          Assist with new installations, projects and robotics programming.
·          Ensure that start-up checks are done ·          Ensure that all preventative checks are done ·          Maintaining of full and accurate records for all maintenance work and services undertaken on plant and equipment under this position's control.
·          To work in accordance with the current shift pattern Requirements ·          Qualified Electrician ·          Minimum 3 years post trade factory maintenance experience, ·          Mechanical/Electrical knowledge of hydraulic presses ·          Knowledge of arc welding and pipe fitting, ·          Knowledge of press tools ·          Knowledge of high pressure pumps ·          Must be willing to work shifts,