Mechanical Maintenance Technician -Plastic/Packaging
Hire Resolve
- R37,500 - R40,000 per month
- Permanent Specialist position
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Cape Town
- Posted 12 Jun 2025 by Hire Resolve
- Expires in 32 days
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Job 2613657 - Ref 136029
About the position
Job Title: Mechanical Maintenance Technician
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
Industry: Packaging & Plastics Manufacturing
Salary: Market Related
A leading packaging and plastics manufacturer in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and optimising mechanical equipment and machinery to ensure maximum plant uptime and efficiency.
Responsibilities:
- Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on mechanical systems and production machinery.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical faults on equipment including injection moulders, extruders, conveyors, compressors, and packaging lines.
- Maintain records of maintenance activities and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Collaborate with the production team to minimise downtime and improve equipment reliability.
- Support installation and commissioning of new machinery.
- Conduct root cause analysis on mechanical failures and implement corrective actions.
Requirements:
- 5+ years’ experience in mechanical maintenance within the packaging or plastics manufacturing industry.
- Relevant mechanical trade qualification (Millwright or Fitter & Turner advantageous).
- Strong knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.
- Excellent fault-finding, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Willingness to work shifts and respond to breakdowns after hours when needed.
How To Apply :
- Contact Hire Resolve today for your next career-changing move
- Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
- Send your CV to:[Email Address Removed].com .or connect with Mischa Bornman via LinkedIn.
- Alternatively, you can also contact me directly at Hire Resolve [Email Address Removed]
- We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
Desired Skills:
- Mechanical Maintenance Technician -Plastic/Packagi
- Mechanical Maintenance Technician -Plastic/Packagi
- Mechanical Maintenance Technician -Plastic/Packagi
Hire Resolve
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