TRAFFIC
Eastern Cape
Maintenance Assistant / Operator (Junior)
EnableSA
Job Description
Port Elizabeth, South Africa Posted on 01/15/2026
- Original Job Title Maintenance Assistant / Operator (Junior)
- Date Opened 01/15/2026
- Job Type Contract
- Work Experience 1-3 years
- Industry Manufacturing
- State/Province Eastern Cape
- Country South Africa
Our client is seeking a Maintenance Assistant / Operator to join the Coega, Port Elizabeth team.
- Maintenance of allocated machine on the production line
- Operate allocated machine on the production line
- Assist in routine maintenance, repairs, and inspections of building systems, equipment, and machinery
- Conduct regular checks on tools and equipment to ensure they are in good working condition
- Assist in identifying and reporting potential safety hazards, equipment malfunctions, or necessary repairs
- N3 - N4 in Mechanical or Electrical preferred
- At least 2 years of experience in a maintenance & operator role
- Strong electrical and mechanical knowledge required
- Valid driver's license and own transport
- Candidate must reside in the Port Elizabeth / Uitenhage area
About This Role
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Salary Benchmark
R11,822/month
R9,316 to
R16,042/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Key Skills for This Role
Operation and Control
Operations Monitoring
Coordination
Monitoring
Active Listening
Common Technologies
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Microsoft Word 365
Microsoft Outlook 365
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Median Salary (ZAR)
R11,822/month