Mechanical Assistant

at  VA Waterfront

Reporting to Mechanical Supervisor, the Mechanical Assistant is responsible for executing planned and reactive maintenance on Mechanical assets and equipment (e.g. HVAC, bridges, pump station, control panels, lifts, escalators, building management systems etc.). They are responsible for executing all maintenance-related activities and have to work closely with the Mechanical Supervisor and other relevant stakeholders to ensure that all concerns or queries are timeously and professionally resolved. This includes a key focus on delivering excellent customer service and communication. In collaboration with the Mechanical Supervisor, they must oversee and control all external Service Providers and Suppliers. In addition, they will occasionally be required to assist with ad-hoc or special projects.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum N3 and Trade Test

KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

• HVAC Systems
• Pumps, hydraulics, gears etc.
• Machine and tool repairs
• Maintenance processes and methods
• Building Management Systems
• Occupational Health and Safety Act
• National Building Regulations (SANS10400)

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Operational / Diagnostic Thinker
• Logical and innovative problem solving
• Mechanical / Technical reasoning
• Planning and organising
• Multitasking
• Numerical reasoning
• Verbal reasoning
• Communication
• Emotional Intelligence

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• 3-5 Years HVAC and BMS experience is preferred
• Building maintenance, hydraulics, pumps, lifts and escalators experience would be advantageous