Junior Technical Assistant (Permanent)

Job Title: Junior Technical Assistant Start Date: 2026-07-27 - 2026-08-26 Vacancy Type: Permanent SW006480 Sectors: Engineering & Technical Location: Western Cape , Paarden Eiland Salary: (Company uniform) Brief: junior technician|technical assistant JUNIOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANT Cape Town – Paarden Eiland: My client, a well-established supplier and hirer of industrial tools, machinery and equipment, is seeking to appoint a hands-on and technically minded Junior Technical Assistant to join their workshop team. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone with a genuine interest in mechanical equipment who is eager to learn, develop practical skills and build a long-term career within the equipment hire industry. Detail: Purpose: To assist the workshop team with the inspection, servicing, preparation and general maintenance of industrial tools and equipment, ensuring machinery is clean, safe and ready for hire while gaining valuable technical experience. Responsibilities Assisting with the inspection, cleaning and preparation of equipment for hire Supporting technicians with basic servicing, maintenance and repair work Carrying out routine workshop duties and equipment checks Assisting with loading, unloading and moving equipment within the workshop Cleaning, testing and preparing equipment for customer collection Identifying and reporting damaged or faulty equipment Maintaining a clean, organised and safe workshop environment Learning correct maintenance procedures and safe workshop practices Assisting with stock control and general operational duties as required Criteria Technical aptitude with a genuine interest in mechanical equipment and machinery Matric (Technical Mathematics and/or Technical Drawing will be advantageous) N2/N3 Mechanical or Electrical qualification will be advantageous Basic knowledge of hand and power tools Previous exposure to a workshop, mechanical or technical environment will be advantageous Hands-on approach with good mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability Eagerness to learn, develop new technical skills and build a career as an Equipment Technician Physically fit and able to work with industrial tools, equipment and machinery Reliable, dependable and of sober habits Positive attitude with the ability to work effectively as part of a team Valid driver's licence will be advantageous show more... For more information please contact: Christine Loopstra Apply