SENIOR TECHNICIAN- UHT/ESL FILLING & DOWNSTREAM
Woodlands Dairy (Pty) (Ltd)
Humansdorp, Eastern Cape
Permanent
Posted 09 April 2026
- Closing Date 22 April 2026
Job Details
Job Description
SENIOR TECHNICIAN- UHT/ESL FILLING & DOWNSTREAM
Woodlands Dairy is seeking a Senior Technician – UHT / ESL Filling & Downstream to lead a team of technicians in ensuring efficient production and maintenance of filling and downstream equipment. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and flexibility to meet operational demands.
Key Performance Areas
- Lead a team of technicians to achieve efficiency and budget targets.
- Perform preventative and reactive maintenance on filling and downstream equipment.
- Carry out standby duties as required.
- Assist line specialists and foremen in their duties.
- Work shifts and overtime to meet operational requirements.
Knowledge & Skills
- Qualified Millwright or Electrician (essential).
- Previous experience as a Senior Technician (preferred).
- Successful completion of Tetra Pak Maintenance Courses (advantageous).
- Minimum of 6 years’ post-qualification experience in maintenance within FMCG.
- Strong technical expertise in:
- Hydraulics
- Electrics
- Pneumatics
- Mechanics
- PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers)
- Ability to lead, troubleshoot, and maintain high standards under pressure.