Automation Technician

5 months ago

Durban, 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.
- 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
- Solutions-oriented, can-do attitude; self-motivated
- 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

***T**he 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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