Website Country Bird Holdings Ltd (CBH)
CBH is a dynamic agricultural business that operates across Africa, comprised of operations that stretch across all major concerns within the sector. Our innovation, diversity and commitment to quality are what set us apart. We currently have operations in South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, M… read moreozambique, Swaziland and Nigeria. These operations include feed mills, breeding and hatching facilities, broiler operations, abattoirs as well as logistics and distribution. CBH aspires to be the number one household name in the protein industry throughout Africa. We are consumer-led in providing quality protein products at affordable prices in a sustainable and responsible way. In order to steer towards healthy expansion, we are committed to a safe work environment, encouraging upliftment, and implementing environmentally responsible practices. By embracing the highest possible health and safety standards, CBH strives to set the benchmark for the industry, recognising our responsibility for the health and safety of all of our employees and community stakeholders. We constantly strive to decrease any health and safety risk and incident, choosing to be proactive rather than reactive. There is a defined hierarchy of control in these matters, upholding our legal obligations while following the codes set out by regulatory bodies. At CBH, we recognise that our activities have an impact on the environment. To counter this, we regularly review our activities, adhering to legislation and constantly looking for ways to improve our environmental profile, maintaining awareness throughout our staff from management to all employees. We are quick to respond to concerns raised, working with the relevant environmental organisations and Government and investing both effort and money protecting our resources.
Job Advert Summary
To safely assist Qualified Artisans (Fitters, Electricians, Boilermakers, Millwrights) with maintenance, repairs, and installations of equipment and machinery, contributing to improved plant reliability and efficiency in an abattoir.
Minimum Requirements
Grade 12 or equivalent.
N3 Electrical/Mechanical Certificate.
Proven experience as an Artisan Assistant, preferably in a poultry processing or similar industrial setting.
Self-motivated and ability to work independently.
Detail and accuracy orientated.
Effective communication skills.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings, as needed.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Solid understanding of safety protocols and procedures.
Duties and Responsibilities
Assist the mechanical fitter.
Adjust functional parts of devices, using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
Align new equipment after installation.
Assemble, install pipe systems and plumbing, machinery, and equipment.
Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery.
Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, and the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate.
Repair or replace defective equipment parts using hand tools and power tools and reassemble equipment.
Inspect fluid levels, replace filters, and perform other maintenance actions, following checklists.
Order parts from the store.
Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools, such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches.
Other relevant duties assigned.
Complete DMS check sheets & schedules.
Other relevant duties assigned.
Ensure corrective wearing of PPE.
Adhere to all H&S policies and procedures.
Deadline:12th March,2026
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