Mechanical Technician

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Date: Apr 1, 2026

Location: Richards Bay, ZA

Company: Mondi AG

Your Mission

 

  • Acting as the mechanical technical authority for all plant machinery.
  • Managing and ensuring compliance with all mechanical statutory requirements for the assigned plant.
  • Providing technical data, insights, and support to the maintenance execution team.
  • Executing complex maintenance activities and managing contractors involved in these tasks.
  • Serving as the first point of contact during breakdowns to diagnose issues and guide corrective actions.
  • Troubleshooting plant issues using technical drawings, P&IDs, and other documentation.
  • Ensuring adherence to engineering standards during all maintenance activities.
  • Supporting the planning department with technical input on routine and shutdown maintenance activities.
  • Managing repairable and non-repairable spare parts per RACI-defined processes, including quality checks.
  • Overseeing specific mechanical maintenance service contracts in the plant.
  • Leading analysis and action plans arising from condition-based monitoring reports, collaborating closely with the condition-monitoring team.
  • Managing operational risks associated with equipment defects and maintaining the mill equipment risk list.
  • Identifying and implementing small-scale technical improvement projects aimed at extending equipment life.
  • Auditing the quality of service provided by the Central Maintenance Services department.
  • Auditing the quality of maintenance performed by centralised teams (e.g., hydraulics and rolls).
  • Ensuring that all plant and equipment are maintained in the required condition.
  • Providing direct support and setting standards for maintenance execution quality within the plant.
  • Managing plant technical documentation per RACI-defined procedures.
  • Supporting the Maintenance Manager in ensuring compliance with all mill asset care procedures, especially Work Order, Technical Change, and Shutdown Management processes.
  • Supporting the central Engineering department in RCFA investigations and other technical processes.
  • Identifying improvement opportunities and sources of loss to support central Engineering’s continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Contributing to the development of mill-specific engineering standards.

 

Your Profile

 

  • National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
  • 3–5 years’ experience in a maintenance or engineering role within heavy industry
  • 1–3 years’ experience as a Mechanical Technician in the Pulp & Paper industry will be an advantage
  • Strong experience in the following core engineering processes:
    • Maintenance quality management
    • Shutdown planning and execution
    • Budgeting and cost control
    • Contractor management
    • Fault-finding and troubleshooting using structured problem-solving tools

 

Our offer:

 

  • Location: 7 Western Arterial, Alton, Richards Bay, 3900
  • Duration: Permanent

Benefits: Health benefits; Learning & Development 

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We strive to create a culture that inspires our people to reach their full potential. Going the extra mile – for colleagues and customers – our people drive our passion for performance and are the key ingredient of Mondi’s success. Be part of our future. 

Do you want to know more about Mondi? We are a global leader in packaging and paper, contributing to a better world through innovative solutions that are sustainable by design. Our global team of 24,000 people works across 100 production sites in more than 30 countries.

Our strength lies in our diversity. We are dedicated to creating a team that reflects the diversity of the world we operate in. We encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups, including women, visible minorities, LGBTQI+ individuals, and people with disabilities. Even if you don't meet all the listed qualifications, we still want to hear from you. We believe in your potential and are committed to supporting you as you grow and learn at Mondi. If you need any accommodations during the recruitment process, please reach out to the contact person listed above.

Only CVs uploaded onto our online career platform will be taken into consideration. With your application, you will be redirected to our recruiting platform. After creating an account, you will receive an activation link. If you do not find the email in your inbox, please check your spam folder or add the address no-reply@mondigroup.com to your “safe list” or address book.

Appointments will be made in line with our Employment Equity Plan. The above advert has minimum requirements listed; however, Management reserves the right to use additional/relevant information as criteria for shortlisting.

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