Maintenance Assistant

About the role

The Maintenance Assistant will support the Maintenance Team Leader at Sedibeng Brewery in Vereeninging, ensuring the plant’s facilities and equipment operate safely and efficiently. This role involves a mix of general maintenance, basic civil works, and assistance with utilities and equipment installations.

Key responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance tasks including basic plumbing, carpentry, masonry, and painting.
• Carry out civil and building maintenance work across the brewery premises.
• Assist artisans in utilities and support preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
• Conduct routine inspections, report defects, and help resolve breakdowns promptly.
• Handle tools and equipment responsibly, ensuring proper storage and safety compliance.
• Support equipment installation, relocation, and sustainability initiatives such as water and energy saving.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed and communicate feedback to supervisors.

Required profile

• Minimum Grade 12 education; technical qualification is a plus.
• Reliable transport and a valid driver’s licence.
• Ability to work overtime, flexible hours, and at heights.
• Physical capability to meet the demands of the role.

Required skills

• Use of workshop tools and machinery (drill press, drilling machine, bench grinder).
• Basic plumbing, carpentry, masonry and painting skills.
• Computer literacy and knowledge of safety and housekeeping standards.
• Forklift operation (advantageous).