Company
Gauteng
Location
Johannesburg
Posted
13 days ago
Via
via Adzuna
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Job description
Introduction
Employer Description
My client is a global manufacturer of plastic & aluminium closures
Duties & Responsibilities
Job Description
• Repair and maintenance of electrical, electronic, mechanical and production equipment
• Installation of control panels and electrical, electronic, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment
• Maintaining machines as per service schedules defined in the CMMS and OEM Manuals
• Troubleshooting control circuit faults on production equipment
• Analysing equipment breakdowns and recording RCA info, on job cards
• Modifications (approved) of plant equipment to keep production lines running at an optimum
• Rebuild and refurbish machines as and when required
• Maintain safety and electrical / electronic specifications of equipment by conducting routine safety checks
• Quality workmanship on breakdowns and planned work to prevent repeat failures
• Prioritize breakdown work in line with business demands
Desired Experience & Qualification
Qualifications
• Matric, N3 certificate or equivalent plus a valid Millwright Trade Qualification
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in industry as a qualified Millwright
Skills
• Knowledge of injection moulding machines (Engel, Netstal, Arburg) or similar technologies
• Knowledge of compression moulding machines (SACMI technology or similar)
• Practical experience in fault finding, industrial electronics, variable speed drives, servo motors, PLC controls, pneumatics & Advanced hydraulics systems, interpret and read electrical and hydraulic schematic diagrams.
• Mechanical fitting skills
Package & Remuneration
Salary/Package
R300 000 – R350 000 CTC p/a
Benefits
• Provident fund
Employer Description
My client is a global manufacturer of plastic & aluminium closures
Duties & Responsibilities
Job Description
• Repair and maintenance of electrical, electronic, mechanical and production equipment
• Installation of control panels and electrical, electronic, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment
• Maintaining machines as per service schedules defined in the CMMS and OEM Manuals
• Troubleshooting control circuit faults on production equipment
• Analysing equipment breakdowns and recording RCA info, on job cards
• Modifications (approved) of plant equipment to keep production lines running at an optimum
• Rebuild and refurbish machines as and when required
• Maintain safety and electrical / electronic specifications of equipment by conducting routine safety checks
• Quality workmanship on breakdowns and planned work to prevent repeat failures
• Prioritize breakdown work in line with business demands
Desired Experience & Qualification
Qualifications
• Matric, N3 certificate or equivalent plus a valid Millwright Trade Qualification
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in industry as a qualified Millwright
Skills
• Knowledge of injection moulding machines (Engel, Netstal, Arburg) or similar technologies
• Knowledge of compression moulding machines (SACMI technology or similar)
• Practical experience in fault finding, industrial electronics, variable speed drives, servo motors, PLC controls, pneumatics & Advanced hydraulics systems, interpret and read electrical and hydraulic schematic diagrams.
• Mechanical fitting skills
Package & Remuneration
Salary/Package
R300 000 – R350 000 CTC p/a
Benefits
• Provident fund
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Entry-level packing staff earn between R7,500 and R9,500 per month in 2026, according to sectoral determinations under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act. Experienced packers in logistics can reach R12,000 monthly with shift allowances. These figures exclude bonuses, which average R500 quarterly.
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Do foreigners need a work visa for packing staff jobs in South Africa, and what are the costs?
Foreigners require a General Work Visa for non-critical skills roles like packing staff, sponsored by a South African employer. The application fee is R1,520 for the main applicant plus R760 per dependant, valid for up to 5 years from 1 January 2026. Processing takes 8-10 weeks at a Department of Home Affairs office.
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What qualifications or experience are needed for packing staff jobs in South Africa?
No formal qualifications are required, but Grade 10 literacy and numeracy are essential for packing staff roles per National Qualifications Framework Level 1. Employers prefer 6 months warehouse experience; new entrants qualify via free SETA learnerships lasting 12 months. Matriculants gain priority in recruitment.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour