TSHWANE AUTOMOTIVE SPECIAL ECONOMIC ZONE (TASEZ) VACANCIES

SENIOR MECHANICAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN: ZONE OPERATIONS DIVISION (RE-ADVERTISEMENT 12 MONTHS FIXED-TERM CONTRACT) 
(Internal and External Advert) 
 
PURPOSE OF THE JOB 
The Senior Mechanical Maintenance Technician is responsible for the operation and maintenance of machinery at TASEZ. 
 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

​Operation and Maintenance of Machinery: 

• Develop, implement and maintain preventative maintenance schedule for machinery in accordance with the Original Manufacturer’s Specifications, applicable South African National Standards and statutory requirements. 
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance of machinery in accordance with the preventative maintenance schedule. 
• Identify critical spares and service providers required for the maintenance of machinery and inform supervisor of these resources. 
• Provide supervision of all machinery operation and maintenance activities undertaken at TASEZ to ensure that these activities are carried out safely and that all persons performing such activities are competent. 
• Respond to mechanical incidents/emergencies, identify the root causes of these incidents and implement actions to prevent recurrence of such incidents. 
• Diagnose mechanical issues using various root cause analysis techniques. 
• Perform minor repairs and replace faulty components of machinery and test the equipment before commissioning. 
• Install, assemble, and test new equipment or machinery according to the original manufacture’s specifications. 
• Ensure that installations are performed safely and efficiently, adhering to manufacturer specifications, applicable standards and statutory requirements. 
• Ensure that new mechanical installations are performed by competent persons and that these installations conform with the original manufacture’s specifications, statutory requirements and applicable standards. 

Safety and Compliance: 

• Develop, implement and maintain safe work procedures for maintenance of machinery in accordance with applicable statutory requirements and South African National Standards. 
• Identify hazards, risks and continuous improvement opportunities for all machinery activities and implement actions to mitigate these risks or to improve work practices. 
• Identify activities that require isolation of energy sources and enforce control measures to ensure that these activities are carried out safely and that all persons performing such activities are competent. 
• Implement the organisation’s SHE policies and procedures and stop any activities that do not comply with these policies and procedures or statutory requirements and other applicable requirements. 
• Ensure that all applicable permits and job-cards are issued to the maintenance service provider before any mechanical activities are undertaken by the maintenance service provider. 
• Inspect all work performed by the machinery maintenance service provider and ensure that all statutory documents and records are maintained. 
• Review proposed changes to mechanical installations and provide guidance on best practices and compliance requirements to implement these changes safely. 
• Train mechanical assistants on the safe operational and work procedures. 
• Report all incidents, non-conformances and non-compliances to supervisor as soon as these come to your attention, identify the root cause of these incidents, non-conformances and non-compliances and actions to prevent recurrence thereof.
• Develop tender specifications for the procurement of services providers and equipment. 

Collaboration and Communication: 

• Inform affected stakeholders of planned maintenance that may impact their operations. 
• Maintain a list of emergency contacts related to the response to mechanical incidents. 
• Work closely with other technicians, engineers, and production staff to ensure machinery operates smoothly. 
• Provide input on process improvements and maintenance strategies. 
• Communicate effectively with team members and management regarding maintenance issues and resolutions. 

 
COMPETENCIES/KNOWLEDGE

• A successful candidate must have a good understanding of preventive and predictive maintenance strategies. 
• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in maintenance. 
• Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, and HVAC systems 
• Project Management 
• Strong organizational and planning skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively. 
• Proficiency with maintenance management software (e.g., CMMS) and Microsoft Office Suite. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and report writing 
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics. 
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail. 
• Must have excellent understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety legal requirements. 
• Must be in a possession of a valid drivers’ license 
• Must be able to work flexible hours which include day and night-time operations 

 
QUALIFICATIONS

• Engineering Diploma or equivalent in mechanical engineering 

 
REQUIRED SKILLS 

• Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993, General Machinery Regulations, 2014, Driven Machinery Regulations, 2015, Lift, Escalator and Passenger Conveyor Regulations, 2010, Pressure Equipment Regulations, 2009 
• Operation and maintenance of HVAC, Fire Systems, Plumbing, Roller Shutter Doors, Lifts and Driven Machinery 
• Reading and interpretation of technical drawings 
• Use of hand and power-driven tools 
• Incident investigation 
• Risk Assessment 
• Inspection
• Problem Solving 
• MS Office 

 
ATTRIBUTES

• Must have proven record of operating and maintenance of machinery 
• Must be able to work overtime or stand-by in accordance with operational needs. 
• Must be in a possession of a valid drivers’ license 
• Must have the ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

 
WORK EXPERIENCE 

• 7 year post graduate experience in the operation and maintenance of machinery.

​APPLICATION PROCESS 
Qualifying candidate s can send their comprehensive CVs, Covering Letter, Certified Copies of SA ID and Qualifications and Three (3) Contactable References to recruitment@tasez.co.za.
 
CLOSING DATE 
The closing date for applications 28 August 2025. 
Kindly note if no feedback has been received within 30 days of closing date for the above-mentioned position, the applicant may consider their application unsuccessful.