Maintenance Engineer
AVI Limited
Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Posted 11 July 2025 - Closing Date 31 October 2025

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Job Description

GROW A GREAT CAREER WITH THE COMPANY THAT GROWS GREAT BRANDS!

 

Join National Brands Limited (NBL) and be part of a legacy that has shaped South Africa’s biscuit tradition for over 170 years. With two iconic factories in Isando and Westmead, we produce beloved brands like Bakers Tennis®, Blue Label Marie®, and Choice Assorted®; creating moments of joy for generations of South Africans. At NBL, you’ll work in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment where innovation, quality, and teamwork thrive.

 

Why Join National Brands Limited (NBL)?

  • Make an Impact: Contribute to producing South Africa’s favourite biscuit brands, influencing daily life.
  • Innovative Growth: Be part of a forward-thinking environment that encourages product and process improvement.
  • Career Development: Access a range of roles and growth opportunities at one of NBL’s 5 world-class facilities.
  • Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive, team-driven environment where your contributions matter.

 

An exciting opportunity exists for a young Maintenance Engineer at NATIONAL BRANDS LIMITED Westmead, Biscuits.

 

Reports to: Engineering Manager

 

What you will be doing:

  • Analysis of breakdowns, with recommendations to reduce downtime
  • Review of Computerized Maintenance Management System, ensuring reliability and integrity of information captured on the asset care system.
  • Manage workshop and related activities to ensure adherence to relevant standards
  • Assist with developing and maintaining a problem-solving culture within the department through facilitating and sustaining root cause analysis practices
  • Compile reports – KPI’s, asset care schedule compliance, artisan utilization, employee management control, financial forecast
  • Provide advice and problem-solving techniques
  • Assist with ensuring compliance with the OHS Act
  • Implement aspects of Manufacturing Capability such as 5S and fundamental Reliability Centered Maintenance
  • Manage select aspects of engineering spares
  • Develop and implement lubrication management strategies 

 

What you will need to be considered:

Minimum requirements: 
Qualifications:

  • A BSc / B.Eng. in Mechanical Engineering
  • A National Diploma / B Tech in Mechanical Engineering with S1 and S2 completed. 
Experience:
  • 3 years or more in an FMCG / Food Manufacturing environment

What makes you exceptional?

  • Being focused on finding solutions to problems
  • Finding facts and applying logic
  • Adopting a conceptual approach when developing new ideas
  • Being reliable and completing work within agreed timelines
  • Producing high-quality work, being meticulous, and checking the details
  • Building and strengthening relationships with others
  • Coping well with pressure and remaining calm and composed
  • Being confident and articulate when communicating

 

Take the Next Step with NBL

Join our team, make a real impact, and contribute to the success of South Africa’s favourite biscuit brands. Apply now and become part of a team that’s dedicated to quality ingredients, and a touch of Bakers® magic!