Chief Artisan Hay Level 14/c3 (north West)

Key responsibilities will include but will not be limited to the following:

INFRASTRUCTURE MAINTENANCE

• Support the Mechanical Section Head with daily operational and maintenance activities.
• Maintain the reliability and efficiency of mechanical systems across all facilities.
• Perform mechanical installations, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and overhauls on machinery, equipment, and mechanical systems.
• Conduct inspections, testing, and condition assessments to ensure equipment functionality, reliability, and compliance with safety standards.
• Diagnose mechanical faults and implement effective corrective actions within required timeframes.
• Assist in the planning and execution of maintenance tasks and mechanical projects while ensuring compliance with operational, quality, and safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, reports, and documentation for all work completed.
• Carry out mechanical fitting, assembly, alignment, and installation of machinery and equipment.
• Assist with the construction, installation, commissioning, and start-up of new production machines and project-related equipment.
• Work on bearings, shafts, couplings, gearboxes, pumps, and other mechanical drive components.
• Support fabrication activities, equipment modifications, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance plant reliability and performance.
• Participate in preventative and predictive maintenance programmes to minimize equipment downtime.
• Ensure all work is performed safely, accurately, and in accordance with approved procedures, project specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure the timely completion and return of Job Cards to the Planning Office for capturing, reporting, and cost recovery purposes.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices and ensure work areas are kept clean and safe.
• Adhere to all occupational health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements.
• Provide training, coaching, and mentoring to students, learners, apprentices, and junior personnel to support skills development and knowledge transfer.
• Assist during plant shutdowns, breakdowns, and emergency maintenance activities as required.

SHEQ& REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

• Adhere to local, national, and international mechanical codes and safety regulations.
• Follow safety protocols and participate in safety training and meetings.
• Perform regular checks and maintenance on safety equipment.
• Contribute to maintaining a culture of safety within the team.
• Conduct BBS observations

CUSTOMER SATISFACTION

• Deliver high-quality mechanical maintenance services with minimal downtime.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external customers to address mechanical issues.
• Ensure prompt and accurate completion of job cards.
• Aim for high customer satisfaction ratings by minimizing rework and defects
• Ensure Customer Job Card Rating is done on all defect job cards.
• Minimise non-conformances on work done
• Avoid rework/comebacks

FINANCIAL EXPENDITURE

• Assist in managing inventory of mechanical supplies and equipment.
• Report any discrepancies or needs for replacement of tools and equipment.
• Support cost-effective practices in mechanical maintenance tasks.

HUMAN RESOURCES

• Support training and mentoring of junior artisans or assistants.
• Maintain a positive working environment and foster teamwork.
• Participate in Green Area Meetings (Toolbox Talks) to review safety and work practices.

Person Profile:

KEY KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Understanding of mechanical systems and principles.
• Proficiency in mechanical tools and equipment.
• Knowledge and understanding of mechanical safety rules
• Knowledge and use of mechanical tools and equipment
• Good fault-finding and problem-solving abilities
• Fault-finding abilities and fundamental knowledge of most of mechanical equipment's failures

COMPETENCIES (Job Specific and Behavioural):

• Technical Skills
• Safety Orientation
• Problem Solving
• Communication
• Time Management
• Teamwork
• Resilience

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience:

• Qualified Mechanical Artisan Trade Tested with Red Seal (Fitter &Turner)
• Driver's License (Compulsory)
• Minimum 5years' post trade experience in mechanical maintenance operations as an artisan (Fitter & Turner)
• Good knowledge of Necsa site facilities, mechanical system and safety equipment(advantageous)