Maintenance Specialist

Nestle

. Maintain manufacturing and processing equipment to meet production requirements and performance targets .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeHarrismith • South AfricaJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Mechanical Engineering and Maintenance, with a strong focus on compliance, safety, and continuous improvement. Proficient in coordinating maintenance activities, troubleshooting equipment, and implementing effective maintenance strategies.

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Mechanical Engineering DiplomaMaintenance ManagementProblem SolvingChange ManagementSafety Compliance

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Hard Skills

Maintenance PracticesTroubleshootingRoot-Cause AnalysisPlanned MaintenanceStatutory Plant RequirementsInstrumentation Fault ResolutionAutomation Fault ResolutionMechanical Fault ResolutionPredictive Maintenance AnalyticsLoss Tree Analysis

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsAbility to Work IndependentlyAbility to Work Under PressureCoaching and TrainingContinuous Improvement

Tools & Technologies

ExcelWordPowerPointSAPAMM Mobile

Certifications & Qualifications

N6 CertificateNational Diploma in Mechanical EngineeringTrade Test Certificate

Industry Keywords

OHSACTLOTOTPMSHEAMMManufacturing Best Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain manufacturing and processing equipment to meet production requirements and performance targets
Coordinate Engineering resources as the Process SME
Ensure compliance with OHSACT, work permits, LOTO, and company requirements
Ensure safe machinery operation and safe working conditions in and around the factory
Organize and execute statutory plant requirements
Lead and coordinate planned maintenance for factory equipment, services, and buildings
Coordinate daily maintenance activities, including tracking, reporting, and escalation
Install, service, repair, and troubleshoot equipment
Identify skills gaps and coach maintenance staff
Ensure machine reliability and availability support production targets
Perform administrative tasks related to Maintenance, Problem Solving, TPM, and Safety
Lead and participate in TPM activities
Resolve instrumentation, automation, electrical, and mechanical faults
Plan, coordinate, and execute maintenance shutdowns
Revise maintenance plans, equipment schedules, and checklists
Manage spare parts and complete AMM, SHE, TPM, line efficiency, work-order, and SHE audit tasks
Conduct Loss Tree Analysis and implement root-cause corrective actions
Lead problem solving, fault finding, and BDA on equipment
Analyze operational losses and implement maintenance strategy tools and countermeasures
Obtain and present OEM and specialist vendor quotations and recommendations
Create and follow up on purchase requisitions and monitor spending against budget
Coach and train technicians and operators
Foster continuous improvement and share manufacturing best practices
Leverage AMM Mobile and predictive maintenance analytics
Own a development plan and support new members through training, coaching, and feedback

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of N6 Certificate or National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
Served an Apprenticeship and qualified with a Trade Test Certificate
Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in the Mechanical field and Maintenance
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and under pressure
Computer literate, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SAP, and AMM
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
In-depth knowledge of maintenance practices
Supportive and able to effect Change Management

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Maintain manufacturing and processing equipment to meet production requirements and performance targets
Coordinate Engineering resources as the Process SME
Ensure compliance with OHSACT, work permits, LOTO, and company requirements
Ensure safe machinery operation and safe working conditions in and around the factory
Organize and execute statutory plant requirements
Lead and coordinate planned maintenance for factory equipment, services, and buildings
Coordinate daily maintenance activities, including tracking, reporting, and escalation
Install, service, repair, and troubleshoot equipment
Identify skills gaps and coach maintenance staff
Ensure machine reliability and availability support production targets
Perform administrative tasks related to Maintenance, Problem Solving, TPM, and Safety
Lead and participate in TPM activities
Resolve instrumentation, automation, electrical, and mechanical faults
Plan, coordinate, and execute maintenance shutdowns
Revise maintenance plans, equipment schedules, and checklists
Manage spare parts and complete AMM, SHE, TPM, line efficiency, work-order, and SHE audit tasks
Conduct Loss Tree Analysis and implement root-cause corrective actions
Lead problem solving, fault finding, and BDA on equipment
Analyze operational losses and implement maintenance strategy tools and countermeasures
Obtain and present OEM and specialist vendor quotations and recommendations
Create and follow up on purchase requisitions and monitor spending against budget
Coach and train technicians and operators
Foster continuous improvement and share manufacturing best practices
Leverage AMM Mobile and predictive maintenance analytics
Own a development plan and support new members through training, coaching, and feedback 🎯 Requirements
Minimum of N6 Certificate or National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
Served an Apprenticeship and qualified with a Trade Test Certificate
Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in the Mechanical field and Maintenance
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and under pressure
Computer literate, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SAP, and AMM
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
In-depth knowledge of maintenance practices
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