Mechanical Artisan; Automotive

Job in Gqeberha, Port Elizabeth, 6000, South Africa

Listing for: Staff Solutions

Contract position
Listed on 2026-01-22

Job specializations:

Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Installation Technician, Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Position: Mechanical Artisan (Automotive)
Location: Gqeberha

Duties:

Assemble, install, test and maintain any mechanical equipment
Ensuring minimum downtime in the event of breakdown
Troubleshooting
Ensure all maintenance activities are performed to set quality standards without rework
Fault finding
Diagnose malfunctioning systems and equipment to locate cause of breakdown
Mechanical preventative maintenance
Maintain high quality standard of work at all times and under pressure
Undertake all maintenance activities in a safe and efficient manner
Ensure machines are maintained to OEM standards

Skills and Requirements:

N6 Trade Tested advantageous
Minimum 10 years’ experience in Automotive Industry.
Thorough understanding of safety regulations
Sound knowledge of mechanical equipment
Be able to deliver and maintain high quality work and standards
Willing to work shifts and overtime when needed
Experience in Installation & Commissioning for installations
Familiar with mechanical systems such as welding, part fabrication
Be able and willing to travel and work away from home from time to time
Basic Rigging, Working at Heights, Welding, etc.
Be able to read and understand drawings
Driver’s License essential

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