Automation Technician

2 weeks ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Takealot Group Full time
We are a young, dynamic, hyper growth company looking for smart, creative, hard-working people with integrity to join us.

We offer a market related, Total Remuneration Package which allows full flexibility according to your needs, a great work environment and a promise that you won't be bored as long as you are prepared for a challenge and want to build something great.


This position reports to the Site and Services Manager.

Your responsibilities may include:

  • Ensure that all equipment is operating in design specification parameters to eliminate down time effective implementation and execution of the equipment preventative maintenance system to.
  • Ensure maximum line efficiency, throughput rate, maximise up time and effectively manage critical spares as required for the DC to actively ensure correct spares holding and minimise cost and downtime.
  • Effective planning, including timeous spares procurement for planned repairs and breakdown repairs.
  • Best maintenance practices for both the engineering & operational running of lines, including the training and transfer of skills.
  • Support implementation of projects, active execution and support of continuous improvement projects to support the warehouse drive to improve quality, throughput whilst minimising cost.
  • Execution of and contribution to the safety system.
  • Execution of and adherence to all safety requirements, inspection and repairs as and when required
  • Manage and execute maintenance in line with the planned maintenance schedule.
  • Perform routine diagnostic on automated systems, monitor automated systems, isolate problems and perform repairs.
  • Be able to troubleshoot issues and determine the source of the problem i.e. mechanical, electrical or from the system controlling the process etc.
  • Effective communication with key service providers locally and internationally (Knapp Hotline)
  • Asset management & Tracking i.e. Tools, Spares etc.

Attributes required:

  • Must be hands on and have a preventative mindset
  • Solutionsoriented, cando attitude; selfmotivated
  • Strong organizational & prioritization skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken
  • Ability to interact with internal & external stakeholders at all levels
  • Comfortable with change and excellent team player
  • Comfortable with learning and adapting to new systems
  • Be able to work in a pressured environment.
  • Be able to complete tasks quickly & efficiently.
  • Be willing to go the extra mile

Qualifications:

  • Grade 12, Maths & Science
  • At least 3 or more years of related work and knowledge
  • Electronics technician / Electrician light current / Millwright Red Seal (N3 upwards)
  • Preferable wiremans license and experience of OHS systems.
  • PLC, networking, industrial PC and or communication systems experience.
  • Pneumatics, Basic hydraulics, basic mechanics
  • Working experience on conveyor systems will be advantageous.
  • Preventative maintenance environment.
At least 3 or more years of related work and knowledge

The Environment**:

  • We have fun, work hard, take ownership, work in teams to create solutions, and are always open to direct feedback/new ideas on where we can improve.
  • We are short on ego and high on output.
  • We are doers and not only thinkers, it's all in the execution after all.
  • We love what we do and what we are creating.
We seek to Employ an
Extra Ordinary Mind who:

  • is forthright but respectful
- is an expert at doing, who can not only design but also execute
- is analytical, able to use data to make decisions
- is competitive, self-directed and strive to be the BEST (GREAT requires a lot of work and does not only happen during business hours
- is
passionate about the potential of e-commerce and delivering a
world-class customer experience:

  • is
    entrepreneurial,
    thrives under change and accepts it is a constant and always
    looks for solutions to do something better and faster
- is business SMART. Able to think about problems from a business perspective using technical and product input
- is curious and challenge the status quo
- is innovative and enjoys iteration
- is collaborative
-
thinks like an owner of the business.
- is
SMART, has INTEGRITY and
is HARDWORKING
If you meet the above you are an
Extraordinary Mind so come and join us

  • Takealot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants from the previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities will be given preference._

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