Maintenance Clerk

Reference Number: RCL251015-3
Closing Date: 21 October 2025
Company: RCL Foods – Baking Division
Location: Pretoria West, Gauteng, South Africa
Job Type: Permanent
Department: Engineering
Reporting To: Maintenance Manager

Purpose of the Role

To support the Maintenance Planner and Maintenance Department by performing administrative, clerical, scheduling, and engineering support duties within the maintenance scope. You will ensure accurate data capture, system updates, and compliance with engineering and safety standards.

Minimum Requirements

Grade 12 / N3 / NCV Technical Qualification
1–2 years of maintenance clerk experience, preferably in FMCG
Basic computer certificate
Working knowledge of a Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Understanding of machine components (e.g., shafts, bearings, v-belts, contactors, conveyors)
Advantageous:
- Knowledge of food safety standards
- Document control experience
- Familiarity with safety procedures and permit issuing

Key Responsibilities

Capture all maintenance activities on the Pragma system (OnKey)
Create and manage work orders as requested by maintenance personnel
Record usage data for electricity, water, and diesel
Generate maintenance performance reports and energy utilization summaries
Update and maintain Engineering SOPs in line with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and RCL’s quality system
Assist in planning equipment downtime for preventative maintenance
Maintain and organize maintenance documentation and filing systems
Build and update the engineering database on Pragma
Provide training to staff on Pragma, Quality, and Safety procedures
Conduct toolbox talks for engineering staff
Capture timesheet data for maintenance staff
Assist in managing safety meetings and updating minutes
Drive audit compliance and ensure audit issues are addressed
Support with Non-Conformance Actions (NCAs) and Corrective Action Reports (CARs)

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Maintenance Clerk