Description
Sovereign, a national supplier of quality chicken products to various markets with operations in five provinces, is seeking a thorough and committed individual for the position of Maintenance Assistant for its Broiler operations in the Agriculture division. The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for addressing basic, preventative and corrective maintenance needs on equipment, machinery and infrastructure to ensure that Broiler farms remain operation and support the production teams' KPI's. This position reports to the Farm Manager. The ideal candidate must be in possession of a Grade 12 certificate or equivalent and have 1 years' experience in mechanical or electrical repairs and maintenance.
Results Required:
• Preventative cyclical maintenance and repairs.
• Ensure uptime of critical feeding / drinking / heating and ventilation equipment.
• Respond to breakdowns and call-outs in a timeous manner.
• Complete job cards, per job, correctly and in detail to build history.
• Meet legislated Health and Safety standards; enforce LOTO procedures and toolbox talks.
• Ensure excellent housekeeping in farm workshop and whilst on the job.
• Adhere to prescribed SOPs within maintenance and operations.
• Assist Safety Representatives with their monthly audits in the work areas.
Critical Competencies and Skills:
• Knowledge of tools and basic hand skills.
• Be a neat operator with strong attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills.
• Basic preventative maintenance, fault finding and problem-solving skills
• Be driven to achieve results and produce quality with a do right the first-time mind set
• Have a hands-on approach with a positive “can do” attitude and generates alternate solutions.
Preference will be given to applicants of designated groups, as defined by the Employment Equity Act.
Only appropriately qualified and experienced individuals should submit a detailed CV, accompanied by copies of relevant certificates.
Apply online.
Closing date: 17 November 2026