Job title : Artisan Assistant (Mechanical)
Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town
Deadline : December 19, 2025
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- Novus Print : Paarden Eiland is seeking to appoint an Artisan Assistant within the Technical and Engineering department, to assist with daily planned and unplanned maintenance on machines and assisting Artisans in their tasks. The successful incumbent will report to the Workshop Foreman.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Perform mechanical repairs, maintenance etc.Ensure correct lubrication and greasing of machinesEnsure preventative maintenance – lubrication, service checks & cleaningConduct regular lubrication inspection according to OHS standardsCheck and oversee oil levels, leaks, oil spills and cleaning of filtersCarry out repairs on equipment within the mechanical workshopMaintain housekeeping in accordance to the mechanical workshop standardsAdhering to all health and safety requirements related to observing equipment and machinery to verify efficient and safe operationProvide assistance to artisansEducational Requirements
Grade 12 or equivalent with mathematics and physicalN2 Technical CertificateExperience Requirements
1-2 years’ working experience in a same or similar role within a FMCG environment2 years’ experience with the use of hand and power tools is essentialKnowledge of the correct usage and application of mechanical maintenance materialsComputer literate (Microsoft Office & Shopware)Skills and Competencies
Flair for applying practical engineering methodsAbility to solve technical problemsAbility to working in a high speed and high stress environmentAbility to work on heights and confined spacesAbility to safely use power tools such as drills, grinders, circular saw and welding machineReliable and a team playerExcellent time management skillsEngineering / Technical jobs