Mechanical Technician x1 (6 Months Fixed Term Contract) needed at Rand Water

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 and S4 or N6 in Mechanical Engineering.
• A National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering will be advantageous
• Fitter and turner trade test certificate
• 3 years’ relevant work experience within a similar environment
• Code 10 driver’s license.
• Knowledge of OSHA and safe working procedures

Primary Duties

• Inspections on the Mechanical Equipment i.e., gearboxes, pumps, valves, lifting equipment and Manual screens etc.
• Preventative Maintenance and fault finding on the Mechanical Equipment’s including lifting equipment’s.
• Assisting on Breakdowns and ad-hoc work.
• Installing, Testing, Commissioning and Monitoring of Mechanical equipment’s
• Compile Inspection, Assessment, and Maintenance Report
• Assist on ensuring that health and safety adhere to it.
• Assist with maintenance planning and scheduling

Knowledge

• Mechanical Equipment’s Maintenance
• Safety knowledge (OHSA and regulations)
• Basic understanding of Water and Sanitation Infrastructure i.e., Pipeline network, Pump Stations, and Treatment Works Plants.
• Basic understanding of Mechanical Equipment’s such as valves, pressure, gearbox’s, Screens, and flow principles.
• Knowledge of welding.