ROLE PURPOSE

1. Install and assemble machinery parts according to technical specifications – Sand casting foundry and CNC
machine shop environment.
2. Conduct regular and scheduled maintenance and repair of mechanical machinery and components to
ensure efficient operation. – Sand casting foundry and CNC machine shop environment
3. Read and interpret technical blueprints and plans to understand machine specifications.
4. Diagnosing mechanical issues and determining best repair methods.
5. Maintaining detailed records of maintenance tasks and repairs.
6. Quality control and assurance: Complete quality checks and ensure that inspections are performed as
required.
7. Implement and enforce safety protocols and ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)
8. Machinery maintenance and troubleshooting: Responsible for conducting and overseeing junior
maintenance assistant activities, including routine inspections, repairs, and troubleshooting of Foundry
equipment and CNC machines. Ensure that all machines function optimally, minimizing downtime and
maximizing productivity.
9. Actively collaborating with Managers and peers to ensure a clear understanding of tasks for the day and
maintaining a positive work environment.
10. Be the custodian of stock and consumables used for maintenance practices
11. Actively look for opportunities to drive down operational expenditure.
12. Escalate any potential maintenance requirements to management
13. Any other reasonable request by management.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Qualifications

• Relevant trade qualification for Fitter or Millwright (preferrable) - or as alternatively accepted by
• management
• Proficiency in reading blueprints and technical drawings
• Microsoft Office Intermediate
• Valid driver’s license
• Preferably between 5 - 7 years’ experience in a similar role

Skills

• Self-motivated
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Process driven.
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Problem solving attitude.
• Good communication skills
• Proactive problem solving
• Flexibility and adaptability – think on feet.
• Interpersonal skills
• Deadline driven.
• Ability to multitask and manage priorities effectively
• Resilient