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Maintenance Assistant

Full-time
  • Pamplemousses
  • Not disclosed
  • Posted Jun 10, 2026
  • Closing 10/07/2026

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Job Description

Duties and responsibilities:

  • Assist in maintaining production equipment in good working condition.
  • Support maintenance activities on Sugar cube presses, Drying and handling systems, Packing lines (cubes, sticks, stand-up packs).
  • Help reduce equipment downtime through timely intervention.
  • Assist technicians during equipment troubleshooting and repairs.
  • Respond promptly to maintenance requests.
  • Support quick recovery of machines during breakdowns.
  • Assist in carrying out preventive maintenance schedules.
  • Help ensure maintenance tasks are completed on time.
  • Clean and lubricate equipment as instructed.
  • Prepare tools, materials, and spare parts for maintenance work.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the workshop and maintenance areas.
  • Support installation and replacement of machine components.
  • Assist in checking and organising spare parts inventory.
  • Report low stock levels or missing components to supervisors.
  • Help ensure availability of required maintenance materials.
  • Work closely with production teams during maintenance interventions.
  • Assist in minimising disruption to production activities.
  • Support operational teams when technical assistance is required.
  • Follow all safety procedures and company policies.
  • Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Support compliance with health, safety, and food-grade standards.
  • Follow lockout/tagout procedures when instructed.
  • Carry out any other maintenance-related duties assigned by supervisors.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives within the maintenance department.

Skills:
  • Basic mechanical or electrical knowledge.
  • Ability to use basic maintenance tools safely.
  • Good teamwork and communication skills.
  • Willingness to learn and follow instructions.
  • Ability to work in a production environment.

Qualifications:
  • Holder of a School Certificate (SC) / Higher School Certificate (HSC).
  • Holder of a "Brevet de Technicien" (BT) / "Brevet de Technicien Supérieur" (BTS) / NC Level 4 or alternative equivalent qualification.
  • At least two (2) years' of relevant work experience.
  • Experience in an industrial environment would be an advantage.