Robertson Winery is looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Bottling Technician to join their maintenance team based in Robertson (Western Cape).

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of all bottling line machinery, performing preventative and breakdown maintenance. This hands-on role requires technical expertise, problem-solving ability, and a proactive approach to minimising downtime and driving productivity.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to): *Conducting preventative maintenance and attending to breakdowns *Ensuring all machines and systems are ready for production *Providing technical assistance and training to operators on production line machinery *Performing technical adjustments to ensure quality and compliance with specifications *Maintaining accurate job cards and maintenance check sheets *Reporting breakdowns and maintenance issues to the Maintenance Manager *Ensuring adherence to safety, health, and food safety (HACCP) procedures *Maintaining clean and orderly work areas, tools, and equipment *Participating in continuous personal and technical development programs.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience:

• N4 Mechanical qualification (Fitter/Turner) or equivalent;

• Approximately 5 year’s relevant experience in a FMCG/Food/Bottling environment;

• Strong understanding of bottling line machinery (steriliser, filler, capper, blower, labeller, strapper, conveyor systems, etc.);

• Experience with workshop tools (welding, hydraulic press, grinder, etc.) and a proven track record in preventative maintenance and machine setup;

• Excellent communication skills (Afrikaans & English);

• Computer literacy and sound record-keeping ability;

• Willingness to work night shift and overtime.

Applications will be considered in terms of the Employer’s Employment Policy and Employment Equity objectives.

Please apply online at www.m3online.co.za before 09:00 on 10 August 2026.

For general enquiries, contact our team at M3 Human Capital Management on 021 863 1444.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates are contacted. If no feedback is received within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application was unsuccessful.