1. Class 1 Trade Tested Fitter & Turner (incl. Machining). 2. Diploma in Mechanical Engineering an added advantage. 3. 3 – 5 years of experience in the Plastics Industry is essential (extrusion, injection and stretch blow moulding). 4. Have hydraulic and pneumatic experience. *Key duties:* * Implementing and completing maintenance schedules and programs for each machine. * Building an inventory of essential spares for all machinery to minimize downtime. * Attending to mechanical breakdowns and ensuring prompt resolution. * Assisting production to achieve optimum efficiencies. * Advising on and implementing technical improvements where appropriate and cost-effective. * Actively ensuring that all machines are serviced, cared for, and maintained appropriately. * Being available for call-outs after hours. * Ensuring that machines are running smoothly for night shifts. * Ensure issues are resolved during the initial intervention. * Track and reduce the number of comeback jobs. * Monitor and manage job cards to ensure timely closure. * Conducting and coordinating all maintenance on machinery and equipment.