Company Overview
AFRIT is one of the most respected and innovative trailer manufacturers in Africa. With more than 50 years of experience in the industry, AFRIT has a solid reputation for being competitive, innovative, and at the forefront of the industry. A highly advanced infrastructure, coupled with a constant drive for expansion, has allowed AFRIT to become the preferred trailer supplier for all leading transport and logistics companies within the southern hemisphere.
Summary of Role
Oversee and lead maintenance procedures in the company. Responsible for developing maintenance procedures and ensuring their implementation throughout the plant. Carry out inspections of the plant and identify any problems which may arise.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Reporting on machines.
- Ensure all machines are working.
- Ensure machines are kept to optimal condition.
- Enforce that all job cards are completed and updated properly.
- Communicate to the Manager any issues on machines to prevent unnecessary downtime.
- Ensure Artisans complete work in a professional manner with no shortcuts.
- Train and assist Artisans to provide them with the knowledge required to repair machines to the best of their abilities.
- Ensure Artisans are working to a high efficiency.
- Audit machines.
- Ensure critical spares required are kept in stock.
- Ensure check sheets on tools are completed.
- Enforce strict discipline on workshop cleanliness.
- Ensure incident reports are done if machines are damaged.
- Assist with large maintenance changes on machines.
- Maintain a clean and environmentally safe work area.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Ensure that housekeeping rules are adhered to.
- Ensure all equipment and machines are placed in the right place when not in use.
- Ensure that all machines and equipment are up to working standards.
- Adhere to workplace safety policies, regulations, and compliance.
- Ensure that the work area is free from hazards and hazardous activities.
- Be aware of, and communicate to the superior, any potential or actual failures to meet service level requirements.
- Liaise daily reports to the direct Manager.
Desired Experience & Qualifications
- Matric (Essential)
- Millwright Trade with more than 3 years of experience in the:
- Automotive Sector
- Manufacturing
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