Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Job ID:  12417
Company:  Volkswagen Group South Africa (Pty) Ltd
Location: 

ZA

Department:  Production and Logistics
Career Level:  Professionals
Shift:  Full-time
Contract type:  Unlimited
Remote Working:  Mobile Work not possible
Posting Date:  21 Feb 2025

Maintenance Technician

The future of mobility is changing. What do we contribute to this? Volkswagen produces vehicles in 14 countries and delivers them to customers in more than 150 markets worldwide. Electromobility, smart mobility and digital transformation are our core topics for the future. For many millions of people, Volkswagen is the epitome of mobility- not only today, but also tomorrow. Become part of it and help develop new solutions with your curiosity and ideas. You can expect a diverse team that supports you and with whom you can grow together and develop your potential.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified & experienced candidates to fill the Maintenance Technician position in the Assembly Department - Production (Kariega) 

Brief Role Description

Responsible for ensuring the efficient operation of production equipment by performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs. To be able to work with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to minimize downtime and maintain productivity.

Possible Tasks within this Role

  • Modification and analysis of any deviation of machine performance from manufacturer’s specs.
  • Responsible for identifying and sourcing critical spares for equipment in work area.
  • Maintaining, faultfinding and repair equipment in line with health & safety protocols & standards.
  • Analyse breakdowns and implement preventative measures to eliminate reoccurrences.
  • Conduct routine and non-routine maintenance tasks.
  • Support all maintenance personnel during faultfinding processes in order to improve plant availability and ensure high levels of plant readiness at all times.
  • Ensure that backups of all Critical Operating Files, e.g. PLC programs, Robots, AC/DC Drives are maintained.

Qualification requirements

Diploma/Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics Engineering or NN Diploma plus Millwright Trade

Experience needed

Three to Five years’ experience in an Automotive Manufacturing plant within a maintenance environment

Essentials

  • Possesses skills on AC and DC control speed drives, preferably SEW and Siemens.
  • Strong programming experience, preferably Siemens Simatic S7/ TIA Portal prerequisite
  • Be able to install and change IP addresses, modify & analyse any deviation of machine performance Knowledge of Siemens Serv1 and 2
  • Knowledge of Profibus, Interbus and Profine Profisafe, S7 distributed safety.
  • Robotic Knowledge: FANUC, KUKA KRC 2 & 4, Universal Robots  
  • Robotic Sealer Application Programming, robot mastering etc.
  • Mechanical Skill: Pumps, Conveyors systems, Lifts
  • Be prepared to work shift, weekends, additional and emergency hours.
  • Ability to communicate effectively at various levels, both verbal and written
  • Strong problem-solving skills

Note:

Please ensure that you upload a certified copy of your ID and Qualification to be considered for this position.

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 28th February 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 opportunity to those with disabilities or from previously disadvantaged groups, in line with our Transformation goals and Employment Equity Plan

 

The future of mobility is changing. What do we contribute to this? Volkswagen produces vehicles in 14 countries and delivers them to customers in more than 150 markets worldwide. Electromobility, smart mobility and digital transformation are our core topics for the future. For many millions of people, Volkswagen is the epitome of mobility- not only today, but also tomorrow. Become part of it and help develop new solutions with your curiosity and ideas. You can expect a diverse team that supports you and with whom you can grow together and develop your potential.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified & experienced candidates to fill the Maintenance Technician position in the Assembly Department - Production (Kariega) 

Brief Role Description

Responsible for ensuring the efficient operation of production equipment by performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs. To be able to work with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to minimize downtime and maintain productivity.

Possible Tasks within this Role

  • Modification and analysis of any deviation of machine performance from manufacturer’s specs.
  • Responsible for identifying and sourcing critical spares for equipment in work area.
  • Maintaining, faultfinding and repair equipment in line with health & safety protocols & standards.
  • Analyse breakdowns and implement preventative measures to eliminate reoccurrences.
  • Conduct routine and non-routine maintenance tasks.
  • Support all maintenance personnel during faultfinding processes in order to improve plant availability and ensure high levels of plant readiness at all times.
  • Ensure that backups of all Critical Operating Files, e.g. PLC programs, Robots, AC/DC Drives are maintained.

Qualification requirements

Diploma/Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics Engineering or NN Diploma plus Millwright Trade

Experience needed

Three to Five years’ experience in an Automotive Manufacturing plant within a maintenance environment

Essentials

  • Possesses skills on AC and DC control speed drives, preferably SEW and Siemens.
  • Strong programming experience, preferably Siemens Simatic S7/ TIA Portal prerequisite
  • Be able to install and change IP addresses, modify & analyse any deviation of machine performance Knowledge of Siemens Serv1 and 2
  • Knowledge of Profibus, Interbus and Profine Profisafe, S7 distributed safety.
  • Robotic Knowledge: FANUC, KUKA KRC 2 & 4, Universal Robots  
  • Robotic Sealer Application Programming, robot mastering etc.
  • Mechanical Skill: Pumps, Conveyors systems, Lifts
  • Be prepared to work shift, weekends, additional and emergency hours.
  • Ability to communicate effectively at various levels, both verbal and written
  • Strong problem-solving skills

Note:

Please ensure that you upload a certified copy of your ID and Qualification to be considered for this position.

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 28th February 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 opportunity to those with disabilities or from previously disadvantaged groups, in line with our Transformation goals and Employment Equity Plan

 

Job ID:  12417
Company:  Volkswagen Group South Africa (Pty) Ltd
Location: 

ZA

Department:  Production and Logistics
Career Level:  Professionals
Shift:  Full-time
Contract type:  Unlimited
Remote Working:  Mobile Work not possible
Posting Date:  21 Feb 2025

Volkswagen Group South Africa

Are you in?

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

ssf.recuitment@vwsa.co.za

More information:

Volkswagen South Africa