Artisan Assistant (Agrifriend) (Hartbeesfontein) at Senwes

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

• To assist with the servicing, adjusting, performing minor repairs and preventative maintenance of machines and equipment.

ASSIST ARTISAN WITH MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS:

Core Tasks:

• Assist the Tractor Technician with servicing agricultural machinery and equipment, ensuring timely completion of routine maintenance tasks.
• Support in conducting scheduled preventative maintenance to reduce the likelihood of machinery breakdowns.
• Help identify potential mechanical faults and assist in carrying out basic troubleshooting activities.
• Use a variety of hand tools and power tools safely and correctly to support repair and maintenance work.
• Follow instructions from the artisan or supervisor closely to perform minor mechanical adjustments or parts replacements.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of tools, workbenches, and work areas to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Assist with the preparation of machinery and tools required for service jobs.

ASSIST WITH AD-HOC QUERIES:

Core Tasks:

• Carry out various ad hoc tasks as required by the Tractor Technician or Workshop Foreman.
• Assist in the transportation and handling of parts, tools, and equipment.
• Ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with applicable SANS (South African
• National Standards) and company safety protocols.
• Support compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations, reporting any unsafe conditions immediately.
• Provide general support to workshop operations, including housekeeping, inventory checks, and administrative assistance when required.
• Support candidates during development process.
• Adhere to responsibilities according to relevant legislation & regulations (BCEA, LRA, OSH Act).

Requirements
JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Qualifications: National Senior Certificate or Artisan certificate.
• Requirements: At least 2 years relevant work experience.