Assistant Service Technician

Why come and work at Konecranes? What makes us special?

We don’t just lift things, we lift entire businesses

Here at Konecranes we pride ourselves on having a broad portfolio of customers who operate across a wide range of industries; these include Container Handling, Automotive, Aerospace, Construction, Rail, Ports, Power, Waste to Energy, Mining and General Manufacturing to name but a few.

Our reach is impressive, we are truly global company with 16,000 employees at 600 locations in 50 countries. For over 80 years, we have been dedicated to improving the efficiency and performance of businesses in all types of industries.

 When you join Konecranes you immediately notice a strong sense of commitment, camaraderie and lots of opportunities to grow professionally within our organisation, as we believe that sustainable growth is a result of a strong responsible performance.

The business area of Industrial Service focuses and offers service solutions and maintenance for all crane brands, for port equipment and machine tools; this includes the repair, maintenance and service of our customers’ lifting equipment, service inspection contracts, refurbishment and modernisation projects, installation, testing and certification of overhead cranes and hoists. We are the original service provider for both Konecranes and Demag equipment.

Right now, we are recruiting an Assistant Service Technician to join our team based in Richards Bay, on a full time, permanent basis. Working in our Industrial Service business division, this role will be responsible to execute and support the inspections, repairs, modernizations and installation on cranes and related components and equipments; except for those requiring compliance inspection by an accredited person.

As our Assistant Service Technician, key roles and responsibilities will include:

• Assist with the performance of inspections, maintenance and repairs on cranes and hoists at varied customer locations, as directed.
   
• Assist perform a general post repair audit prior to completion of work, documenting that all required safety features are functional or documenting deficiencies and attaching a deficiency tag to the crane.
   
• Document findings and make corrective recommendations to the customer including a written “Safety Notification” of any observed or known safety concerns, if appropriate. Determine customer’s intentions to purchase repairs and advise local service office of actions necessary to sell or complete the repairs.
   
• Consult with customer regarding all repair and safety related issues and discuss recommendations that will assist the customer with improving their material handling applications, prior to leaving job site. Determine items requiring quotation.
   
• Complete and provide proper electronic documentation utilizing the established company digital tools required for each service, obtaining the customer’s signature and acceptance.
   
• Generate sales leads during service calls and report to service office, following established guidelines.
   
• Complete service reports and other required and appropriate documents in a professional, accurate, neat and legible manner and submit same in a timely manner and in accordance with established guidelines.
   
• Maintain regular communication with the service office and Planner, in accordance with established practices.
   
• Maintain all company issued equipment, vehicle and assets in a safe and proper working order. Operate tools, equipment and vehicles in a safe and responsible manner. Notify supervisor of any deficiencies for resolution.
   
• Follow all established safety rules and procedures, including those established by the customer
   
• To be fully aware of and comply with current responsibilities and requirements of the relevant OHS Acts, Regulations and applicable Health and Safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe workplace.
• Report all hazards, incidents and injuries in accordance with legislation and company reporting procedures;
   
• Participate in programs and assessments to improve health and safety in the workplace.
   
• Execute all functions in line with the applicable delegation of authority

• Perform other duties as assigned

• Qualification/Education:

• Grade 12 (NQF level 4)
   
• Electrical trade an advantage

• Accreditation as Lifting Tackle Inspector (LTI), where required
   
  Skills & Knowledge:

• 1 year technical work experience
• Excellent level of computer literacy on complete Microsoft Office

• Behavioural Competencies:

• Behaves according to highest ethical standards
   
• Thinks in terms of profit and loss
   
• Anticipates and responds to the needs of customers
   
• Takes responsibility and drives performance
   
• Makes timely, well informed, effective decisions
   
• Builds respect and cooperation and manages conflicts constructively
   
• Models effective two-way communication, including feedback
   
• Strives for continuous learning and self-development

It is preferable that the person resides in and around Richards Bay, otherwise willing to relocate.

Konecranes moves what matters. We are a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way. That's why, with 16 000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle and move what the world needs.

Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment which is free from any form of discrimination.