TRAFFIC Eastern Cape

Machine Attendant

Cemza

Job Description

Cemza is seeking a Machine Attendant to join our team at the Port Elizabeth Plant. This role is responsible for maintaining acceptable efficiency standards of plant machinery and equipment through preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs. The successful candidate will work closely with the maintenance and engineering teams to minimise downtime, assist with machine upgrades, and ensure compliance with safety and operational procedures.

Duties & Responsibilities
  • Maintain all mechanical and electrical equipment.
  • Adhere to and maintain a planned maintenance system.
  • Respond to breakdowns promptly to minimise production downtime.
  • Control and monitor the use of spare parts.
  • Perform Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
  • Assist with machine upgrades, alterations, and projects.
  • Repair pneumatic cylinders, valves, and perform basic installations.
  • Ensure housekeeping standards are maintained.
  • Follow all health, safety, environmental, and quality procedures.
  • Perform additional duties in the interest of Cemza when required.
Qualifications
  • N3 Mechanical or Matric with Maths and Science.
  • Trade Test Certificate (Fitter or Electrician).
  • Minimum 2-4 years' experience in a production environment.
  • Working knowledge of electrical equipment and pneumatics.
Bonus Points
  • Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
  • Advanced practical knowledge of machinery processes and safety.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
Package & Renumeration

Salary range: R10,000 - R15,000 CTC per month.

If you meet the minimum criteria and believe you have the necessary experience and character to be our successful candidate please apply. Due to the many applications we receive on a daily basis, should you not hear from us within 2 weeks, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.

About This Role

Career insights for Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders positions

Salary Benchmark
R16,588/month
R11,245 to R25,874/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
Key Skills for This Role
Operations Monitoring Monitoring Active Listening Coordination Operation and Control
Common Technologies
Microsoft Outlook 365 Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint 365 Microsoft Excel 365 DYMO Connect

Job Overview

Date Posted
21 Apr 2026
Location
Eastern Cape, South Africa

Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders Insights

Median Salary (ZAR)
R16,588/month
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.

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