Screen Technician

Join an industry leader and make a positive change in the sustainable use of the world’s natural resources. Together, we will transform the business and drive the industry toward a greener future.

At Metso, you will be supported by our inclusive culture and a network of colleagues from around the world. With us, you will embark on a personal growth journey and are encouraged to realize your potential. This is your invitation to rise above the possible.

Job posting end date: 29 March 2024

JOB TITLE: SCREEN TECHNICIAN

We are seeking a Screen Technician to join our team of Technicians. You will be responsible for executing Snr Mechanical Technician service activities at customer sites. Providing feedback on customer satisfaction, technology / equipment / service performance and production improvement activities relating to the products being supported. 

This position is responsible for providing Metso customers with professional technical support on the vibrating screen equipment. This position will coordinate and work closely with the FSE (Field Service) teams to ensure a common understanding of technical support and information to support and to provide excellent customer service on Metso Equipment.

The main application for this position will be that of hands-on Screen Technician on a day-to-day level focused on Service and Capex Project Support. This role will include administrative functions over and above the technical application of Snr Mechanical Technician skills.

In this position, you will report to the Field Services Manager

This position is mainly located at the Alrode Office, Alberton.

TEAM YOU BELONG TO

You will join a team of technicians dedicated to maintenance for reactive and preventative maintenance and repairs. We are currently conducting mechanical maintenance work of crushers, screens, floatation cells, conditioners, pumps, pipes, grinding mills, thickeners, filters, conveyors, and other crucial areas of the plant to ensure continued operation.

We work closely with internal and external stakeholders, such as Customers and Local Field Service Support teams. Our team culture is all about excellent customer service on Metso Equipment. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Work as a member of a maintenance team for reactive and preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Fitting and repairing screening parts of plant machinery.
• Perform all work in a planned and organized manner, follow instructions and plans, and complete work on schedule
• Ensure that work performed meets all statuary requirements and company standards
• Housekeeping duties of the maintenance area
• In cooperation with the other maintenance personnel ensure the optimization plant performance and continued development of site maintenance
• Ensure a safe work environment and compliance to all SHEQ regulations and standards during the work and ensure compliance with statuary and other regulations as required by law
• Continually review and where necessary suggest changes that will improve the department's occupational health, safety, quality, and efficiency performance
• Other duties as directed by the Line Manager
• Maintaining 5S within the working environment
• Willingness to assist in additional reasonable tasks on hand
• Maximize performance on all equipment
• Complete job cards, logbooks, and inspection report
• Example: Lead profitable business growth, optimizing market share, and ensuring the delivery of high-value solutions.
• Example: Provide essential maintenance and operational support to customers, focusing mainly on-screen applications.

WHO YOU ARE

· Grade 12 (Matric)

· Trade tested mechanical Technician red seal.

· Three (3) to four (4) years apprenticeship program.

· Minimum 5 years field service experience on vibration screening equipment.

· Computer literate

· Understanding our principles of customer relations and interaction

· Ability to effectively communicate with a drive and performance orientation

· Ability to work in a team atmosphere

WHAT SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES ARE ESSENTIAL FOR THIS ROLE?

• Leadership and relationship-building qualities, a bias for action, and detail-oriented behaviours are required
• A self-motivated individual with the ability to work under stress and meet deadlines
• Good communication, co-operation, and interpersonal skills
• Strong technical, analytical, and mechanical skills and abilities
• Exposure to internal and external environmental conditions, noise, hazards
• Must reside within the Gauteng district. And be able to be on-site within 45min from a breakdown callout

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• An inspiring purpose - Enabling sustainable modern life. Minerals and metals are the backbone of essential functions in the modern world. However, there's a pressing need for more sustainable solutions to collect and process them. At Metso, you get to be part of transforming the industry and making a positive change.
• Compensation and rewards - Global incentive program tied to business and performance targets, car benefits, and meal benefits.
• Hybrid working possibilities - While we are big advocates of meeting and collaborating in person, we believe in fostering a flexible work environment.
• A thriving culture - We are committed to developing an inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential. A culture that is courageous, compelling, and caring, and unites our people to build a sustainable future together.
• Extensive learning opportunities - Ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, ambitious projects, and global opportunities.
• Worldwide support - Leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance. We get things done together, through open and honest communication.

SHEQ Related Guidelines

• Adhere to Safety policies, procedures, and work instructions.
• Ability to enforce safety compliance.
• Compliance to Occupational Health and Safety Act.
  • • Ensure Personal Protective Equipment is used as required.
    • Manage the housekeeping in area of responsibility.
    • Perform other duties as required related to Safety and Quality of the work you are supporting/ executing.
    • Retain all relevant correspondence by e-filing or hard copies.
• Compliance and implementation of the Metso Modus Operandi, Life Saving Rules, and other mandated guidelines.

Hiring Manager: Bertus Niemandt

How to join - Working at Metso - About Metso - Diversity and Inclusion - Meet our people

Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers' energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and process expertise. We are the partner for positive change. 

Headquartered in Espoo, Finland, Metso employs over 17,000 people in close to 50 countries and sales for 2023 were about EUR 5.4 billion. The company is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. metso.com, x.com/metsoofficial