Port Elizabeth, South Africa | Posted on 04/01/2026

Our client is seeking a Junior Shift Technician to join the Coega team on a contract basis.

• Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance on mechanical equipment.
• Conduct routine inspections of machinery and report defects.
• Support senior technicians in fault finding and breakdown repairs.
• Ensure all maintenance work is completed in line with health and safety regulations.
• Perform basic mechanical tasks such as lubrication, alignment, and component replacement.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and job cards.
• Participate in shift handovers, clearly communicating plant status and outstanding issues.
• Assist in reducing downtime through proactive maintenance practices.
• Ensure tools and work areas are kept clean and safe.

Requirements

• N2 / N3 in Mechanical Engineering
• Trade Test (e.g., Fitter) – advan...