Workshop Assistant M/F

General information

Profil request:

·        Technical assistance to be given to technicians as and when requested:

·        Provide assistance to technicians with adjustment, maintenance, part replacement and repair of equipment / machines

·        Preparation of machines for spray painting

·        Cleaning and lubrication of machinery, vehicles, equipment, tools

·        General cleaning of parts and / or equipment

·        Ensuring cleanliness and neatness of work area, store and / or yard area – e.g. housekeeping, cleaning of oil spills, etc.

·        On request - obtaining parts / tools / other products from store, signing for it, taking proper care during use of it and storage thereof, returning spare parts / tools to appropriate person / store

·        Provide general physical assistance to technicians and workshop foreman as and when requested

·        Take control of the shared tool store and ensure that all monthly tool inspections, mandatory load test, pressure tests are done before due date.

·        Assist with Forklift Tyre fitment

·        Machine movement and allocation as per ASEC requirements.

·          Must generally act and work in an efficient and safety conscious manner

·          Must operate equipment, use hand power tools and specialized hand tools in correct and safe manner with or without supervision

·         Perform various other tasks the foreman might need the workshop assistant to do.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, education / training and experience required for this position:

·        Must have knowledge of machines and tools and their uses

·        Must have practical knowledge and experience of disassembling (stripping) of machines and reassembling

·        Must have practical knowledge and experience of various minor repairs to equipment / machines

·        Excellent work ethic – honest, reliable, hardworking, dedicated and takes pride in work carried out

·        Good communication skills with people at all levels in an organisation – must be able to converse comfortably in English; must be able to read and write English

·        Ability to work with little or no supervision and still complete tasks timeously; enthusiastic, self-motivated and can use own initiative

·        Ability to work effectively under pressure

·        Ability to manage own time – to work according to a schedule and complete set tasks in time

·        Ability to understand and follow safety measures and precautions

·        Must be of sober habits, have high energy levels and general good health – must be physically able to carry, lift, and move heavy objects; must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time; must be able to bend, stretch, twist and reach with body, arms and/or legs.

·        Ability to function effectively in a group and add value to the team / environment.