HGMolenaar Videojet Trainee Technician Learnership

We have a learnership opportunity for the MIT business in an entry-level role for Videojet equipment. As a Trainee Technician, you will undergo structured training to become a fully-fledged Field Service Technician in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry.

The position is based at the Durban office.

• Preventive and corrective maintenance on complex electro-mechanical equipment.
• New equipment installation and commissioning at client sites.
• Fault-finding and technical support to minimise production downtime for FMCG clients.
• Understanding the critical role of coding and marking in product traceability and quality control.

You will be trained to handle the technical aspects of maintaining, installing, and servicing high-tech industrial coding and labelling equipment used for FMCG goods and production machinery.

• Performing preventive and corrective maintenance on complex electro-mechanical equipment.
• Conducting new equipment installation and commissioning at client sites.
• Providing technical support to minimise production downtime.
• Understanding the role of coding and marking in product traceability and quality control.

• Minimum N3 or Grade 12 (Technical Matric would be an advantage).
• Driver’s license is essential – this is a field service role requiring travel.
• Technical background with an affinity for electronics and strong mechanical aptitude; full training is provided.
• Ability to work after hours when required for emergency callouts.
• Willing to travel locally, nationally and internationally.
• Excellent problem-solving skills: the ability to diagnose and fix complex equipment issues.
• Good communication skills (both written and spoken) for clear interaction with clients and internal teams.
• Computer literate with a good understanding of MS Word, Excel and Gmail.
• IT Skills: Install/connect hardware devices, set up of basic network, understand network connections and how to perform fault-finding and troubleshooting.

• Structured training program leading to a Field Service Technician qualification.
• Full training provided in electronics and mechanics.