Mechanical Technician - Casthouse

About the role

The Mechanical Technician works in the Casthouse and performs maintenance tasks while assisting the Maintenance Supervisor and other team members. The role covers operating equipment and carrying out work that meets HSE, maintenance, production, quality and customer requirements, in line with company values, policies and procedures.

Key responsibilities

• Follow operational procedures and instructions so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.
• Generate or help prepare departmental reports on time and accurately.
• Comply with occupational health, safety and environmental regulations and keep work areas clean and tidy.
• Recommend continuous improvements based on international best practice and changing standards.
• Support the development and training of national employees.
• Help achieve shift and daily maintenance targets and ensure equipment and tools are in good working order.
• Take part in introducing new tools, routines and technology, and in improvement groups.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping and keep work areas free of spillages and rubbish.
• Carry out routine preventive and breakdown maintenance and coordinate schedules with process, operations and support staff.
• Take part in SOPs and process audits.

Required profile

• Bachelor status is required; the position will only be offered to candidates who meet this condition.
• Relevant technical or trade qualification.
• 4 to 6 years of maintenance experience in an aluminium plant.
• Fluency in English.

Required skills

• Thorough knowledge of the training modules for Casthouse production areas, including assessment and verification of competence.
• Ability to acquire higher technical skills.
• Computer literacy and relevant vehicle licences.
• Problem-solving, analytical and coordination skills.