3 x Temporary Maintenance Technician (Body Shop) : RE -ADVERISE

3 x Temporary Maintenance Technician (Body Shop) : RE -ADVERISE

Job ID:  13205
Company:  Volkswagen Group South Africa (Pty) Ltd
Location: 

ZA

Department:  Production and Logistics
Career Level:  Professionals
Shift:  Shift
Contract type:  Fixed-term
Remote Working:  Mobile Work not possible
Posting Date:  22 Nov 2025

3 x Temporary Maintenance Technician (Body Shop) : RE -ADVERISE

Applications are invited from suitably qualified & experienced candidates to fill theTemporary Maintenance Technician positions in the Body Shop - Production (Kariega)  ​​​​​​​

Brief Role Description

To take control of analysis on all plant stoppages and breakdowns and provide statistical summaries on all breakdown information. To track history and provide information on maintenance key performance indicators (KPIs). Responsible for preventative and predictive maintenance activities. To assist maintenance personnel with breakdowns to ensure minimal downtime 

Possible Tasks within this Role

  • Repair faulty equipment and parts i.e. welding guns, servo-pneumatic valves, transmission modules, tucker guns, sealer equipment to ensure availability of spare parts and equipment (spare part management).
  • Resolve robotic electronic communication faults by adjusting the robotic program to prevent re-occurring robot communication faults and ensure uninterrupted production process.
  • Analyse, fault find, repair and optimise sealer, toxing, welding, laser, bolting and rivet joining technology equipment failure to ensure achievement of quality requirements and efficient production process.nalyse PLC programs to resolve errors and determine root causes of Interbus or Profinet network errors, determine corrective actions to continue with the Production process and ensure uninterrupted Production run.
  • Fault find, set up and program SEW drives by using the appropriate diagnostics software/tools such as Movitools, Motion Studio to ensure uninterrupted Production run.
  • Modify, update and improve diagnostic software on HMI to identify the faulty equipment to facilitate speedy resolution to Production stoppages.
  • Analyse and investigate severe or reoccurring Production stoppages to determine the real root cause of the stoppage and determine the appropriate preventative action and counter measure to ensure that the reoccurring of the fault are eliminated and/or prevented.
  • Contact equipment suppliers and technology experts within the VW Group to enquire regarding solutions to complex equipment problems and failures to ensure pending or reoccurring faults are eliminated or prevented.
  • Document Production stoppages, severe breakdowns, problem sheet, Knowledge Management System, TPM Sheets and PM schedules to ensure all maintenance activities are documented, distributed and knowledge is retained, made available and utilised to prevent future stoppages or breakdowns.
  • Conduct root cause analysis of all breakdowns immediately after completing the breakdown, by analysing the situation, causes, countermeasures and actions, ensuring that all is recorded and reported on required control sheets and documents.
  • Ensure that the robot Safety circuit is in good working order and that all the required condition that meets the safety standards is installed.
  • Download robot and PLC program backups to ensure quick recovery of the facilities in the event of a loss of data.

 

Qualification requirements

A National Nated Diploma/ National Diploma/ B Tech/B Eng./ B Sc. Degree in Electrical Engineering/ Mechatronics.

Experience needed

At least 5 years in vehicle manufacturing maintenance and/or industrial technical environment

Essentials:

  • Able to read E-Plan Electrical and Pneumatic drawings
  • Have a strong analytical, diagnostic capabilities and problem solving ability.
  • Prepared to undergo and successfully pass an appropriate assessment
  • Willingness to work shifts, overtime, weekends, public holidays, Plant shut down, whenever necessary and/or required.
  • Willingness to be on Standby roster
  • Willingness to complete and pass compulsory VASS
  • Have a good attendance record.

Added Advantage

  • German language proficiency advantageous.
  • Siemens PLC and robot training

Note:

Please ensure that you upload a certified copy of your ID and Qualifications on Success Factors

At Volkswagen, we value an inclusive and diverse culture. We offer a trustworthy environment because we live up to our corporate values, Respect/Integrity/Excellence/One Team.

Applications must be submitted via the online system by no later than 1st December 2025 
All queries can be raised with Bahieya Dolley , Ext 4565 or e-mail ssf.recruitment.vwsa.r.uit@vwsa.co.za

 Volkswagen Group South Africa is committed to developing all its employees, and to provide equal oppertunity to those with disabilities or from previously disadvantaged groups, in line with our Transformation goals and Employement Equity Plans.    

Applications are invited from suitably qualified & experienced candidates to fill theTemporary Maintenance Technician positions in the Body Shop - Production (Kariega)  ​​​​​​​

Brief Role Description

To take control of analysis on all plant stoppages and breakdowns and provide statistical summaries on all breakdown information. To track history and provide information on maintenance key performance indicators (KPIs). Responsible for preventative and predictive maintenance activities. To assist maintenance personnel with breakdowns to ensure minimal downtime 

Possible Tasks within this Role

  • Repair faulty equipment and parts i.e. welding guns, servo-pneumatic valves, transmission modules, tucker guns, sealer equipment to ensure availability of spare parts and equipment (spare part management).
  • Resolve robotic electronic communication faults by adjusting the robotic program to prevent re-occurring robot communication faults and ensure uninterrupted production process.
  • Analyse, fault find, repair and optimise sealer, toxing, welding, laser, bolting and rivet joining technology equipment failure to ensure achievement of quality requirements and efficient production process.nalyse PLC programs to resolve errors and determine root causes of Interbus or Profinet network errors, determine corrective actions to continue with the Production process and ensure uninterrupted Production run.
  • Fault find, set up and program SEW drives by using the appropriate diagnostics software/tools such as Movitools, Motion Studio to ensure uninterrupted Production run.
  • Modify, update and improve diagnostic software on HMI to identify the faulty equipment to facilitate speedy resolution to Production stoppages.
  • Analyse and investigate severe or reoccurring Production stoppages to determine the real root cause of the stoppage and determine the appropriate preventative action and counter measure to ensure that the reoccurring of the fault are eliminated and/or prevented.
  • Contact equipment suppliers and technology experts within the VW Group to enquire regarding solutions to complex equipment problems and failures to ensure pending or reoccurring faults are eliminated or prevented.
  • Document Production stoppages, severe breakdowns, problem sheet, Knowledge Management System, TPM Sheets and PM schedules to ensure all maintenance activities are documented, distributed and knowledge is retained, made available and utilised to prevent future stoppages or breakdowns.
  • Conduct root cause analysis of all breakdowns immediately after completing the breakdown, by analysing the situation, causes, countermeasures and actions, ensuring that all is recorded and reported on required control sheets and documents.
  • Ensure that the robot Safety circuit is in good working order and that all the required condition that meets the safety standards is installed.
  • Download robot and PLC program backups to ensure quick recovery of the facilities in the event of a loss of data.

 

Qualification requirements

A National Nated Diploma/ National Diploma/ B Tech/B Eng./ B Sc. Degree in Electrical Engineering/ Mechatronics.

Experience needed

At least 5 years in vehicle manufacturing maintenance and/or industrial technical environment

Essentials:

  • Able to read E-Plan Electrical and Pneumatic drawings
  • Have a strong analytical, diagnostic capabilities and problem solving ability.
  • Prepared to undergo and successfully pass an appropriate assessment
  • Willingness to work shifts, overtime, weekends, public holidays, Plant shut down, whenever necessary and/or required.
  • Willingness to be on Standby roster
  • Willingness to complete and pass compulsory VASS
  • Have a good attendance record.

Added Advantage

  • German language proficiency advantageous.
  • Siemens PLC and robot training

Note:

Please ensure that you upload a certified copy of your ID and Qualifications on Success Factors

At Volkswagen, we value an inclusive and diverse culture. We offer a trustworthy environment because we live up to our corporate values, Respect/Integrity/Excellence/One Team.

Applications must be submitted via the online system by no later than 1st December 2025 
All queries can be raised with Bahieya Dolley , Ext 4565 or e-mail ssf.recruitment.vwsa.r.uit@vwsa.co.za

 Volkswagen Group South Africa is committed to developing all its employees, and to provide equal oppertunity to those with disabilities or from previously disadvantaged groups, in line with our Transformation goals and Employement Equity Plans.    

Job ID:  13205
Company:  Volkswagen Group South Africa (Pty) Ltd
Location: 

ZA

Department:  Production and Logistics
Career Level:  Professionals
Shift:  Shift
Contract type:  Fixed-term
Remote Working:  Mobile Work not possible
Posting Date:  22 Nov 2025

Volkswagen Group South Africa

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We are looking for new talent, employees who want to achieve, believe in innovative power of ideas, leaders who are able to collaborate and adapt to the mobility of the future, take ownership, responsibility, accountability and diverse thinkers in order to embrace our differences.

What we offer :

  • Competitive packages
  • Benefits
  • Flexible Working model
  • Community Support
  • Employee Value Proposition

Recruitment Address

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