Purpose of the Job
The Maintenance Assistant supports the Maintenance team by providing effective equipment maintenance and reliability support. The role focuses on following approved procedures and codes to improve equipment stability, reliability, and long-term sustainability.
Key Responsibilities
• Apply and maintain strict safety standards in the working environment
• Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) processes and provide feedback to RCA teams
• Execute maintenance work according to approved planning and schedules
• Attend daily morning meetings to discuss work assignments and priorities
• Provide regular feedback to supervisors and customers on work progress
• Maintain good housekeeping practices and follow waste disposal procedures
• Identify equipment faults using approved methods to ensure maximum availability
• Perform plant inspections and carry out repairs to maintain equipment reliability
• Conduct My IMS inspections to support plant sustainability
• Ensure accurate maintenance history is captured for renewals, upgrades, and critical spare replacements
• Participate actively in toolbox talks, PDAs, and RCAs to improve plant safety and stability
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities within the work area
• Attend training courses and seminars as per the training matrix
• Identify personal development needs and update the PDP with group leader approval
• Support business goals by meeting deadlines and delivering quality work
Formal Education Requirements
• Grade 12 / N3 with Mathematics, Physical Science, and English
Work Experience
• 1–2+ years of relevant maintenance experience
Required Personal and Professional Skills
• Communicates Effectively
• Manages Complexity
• Demonstrates Quality Decision-Making
• Action Oriented
• Ensures Accountability