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Applications are warmly invited for a Mechatronics Technician role based in Pretoria. We welcome candidates from every background across Gauteng who are ready to grow with us.
What This Role Involves
The Mechatronics Technician vacancy forms part of how the Pretoria branch keeps performing. It pairs day-to-day delivery with longer-running priorities that keep the engineering jobs side of the business moving forward.
On top of that, the organisation keeps reporting lines clean and expectations realistic. Performance is measured against a small, agreed set of metrics, and there are no surprise yardsticks for the Mechatronics Technician taking on this position.
Importantly, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Pretoria also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.
Reasonable working hours and respectful planning are part of how the role runs. The team values strong delivery, and load is balanced fairly across the engineering jobs group in Pretoria.
Meet the Team
You will join a tight-knit, collaborative team that knows the engineering jobs side of the business inside out. The Pretoria group is a healthy mix of experienced operators and newer joiners, all of whom share a strong commitment to delivery and to one another.
Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.
Beyond that, the team mix in Pretoria reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
The Environment
Importantly, the environment combines office-based design and planning with site-based execution. Safety, quality and continuous improvement sit at the heart of how the team works.
A respectful, professional environment is the standard in Gauteng. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Pretoria site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Equally, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.
Based in Pretoria
On top of that, the role is based in Pretoria, minutes from the Sandton CBD. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Pretoria and the broader Gauteng region.
If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Pretoria, Gauteng.
Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Pretoria.
Many candidates already living within reach of Pretoria cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Gauteng economy.
Diversity and Inclusion
Inclusion is a core part of how the team operates. This is an equal-opportunity employer, and candidates from all communities — including women, youth and persons living with disabilities — are encouraged to apply for this role in Pretoria.
B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Pretoria.
Practical steps back the words. Structured EE reporting, transformation initiatives and learnership programmes give real opportunities to candidates from across Gauteng.
Your Role
- Drive continuous improvement using lean and Six Sigma tools
- Liaise with regulatory bodies on permits, licences and inspections
- Plan, execute and close out engineering projects within scope, time and budget
- Ensure full compliance with the OHS Act and applicable SANS standards
- Manage technical procurement and evaluate supplier proposals
- Conduct risk assessments and HAZOP studies on critical processes
- Maintain calibration, asset and plant maintenance records
- Prepare technical drawings, BOMs and specifications for production
Who We’re Looking For
- Sound knowledge of the OHS Act and applicable SANS standards
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills
- Experience with project management tools and methodologies
- Experience leading site teams or contractors is an advantage
Notably, if most of these boxes are ticked, you are encouraged to put your name forward.