Qualified Mechanical Fitter

Job Description

Job description:

The Engineering Department currently has a vacancy for an attentive to detail, self-motivated and dedicated individual to join their team in the Fitters department.

The Duties And Responsibilities Will Include

• Conducting mechanical inspections on all production machinery when required
• Compliance and adherence to the Company in-house maintenance program and procedures
• Responsible for conducting routine planned and preventative maintenance
• Hydraulic systems (leaks repairs, Filter change outs)
• Conveyor belts, drives, pulleys and replacement of rollers
• Lubrication tasks
• V-belts replacements
• General housekeeping
• Attend breakdowns when required on all Production machinery
• Fault finding on hydraulic systems
• Assembly and pressure testing of hydraulic cylinders
• Servicing of various hydraulic components
• Provide coaching to semi-skilled staff
• Adhering to the regulations as set out in the Occupational Health and Safety Act

Qualifying Criteria

• Qualified Fitter Artisan (Red Seal certification)
• Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years experience in a heavy industry or similar environment
• Code 14 Drivers License and valid PDP would be advantageous
• Must be physical fit and able to work at heights and in confined spaces
• Strong Hydraulic background will be an advantage

Qualifying Attributes

• Must be able to work with minimum supervision
• Basic computer proficiency
• Enjoy practical and manual work & be able to work in a pressurized environment
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team
• Self-motivated and results orientated
• Good communication skills
• Must have sober habits
• Attention to detail
• Willingness to work overtime when required
• Must be a team player
• Sound understanding of an array of tools and technical equipment

Job title: Qualified Fitter

Reporting to: Fitters Manager

Job type: Permanent position

Benefits Include

• Provident fund
• Life cover
• Funeral cover
• 15 x paid leave days per annum
• Long service leave after five years of employment

Standard hours

07h3017h00: Monday Thursday

07h3016h00: Friday

May be required to work overtime as per operational requirements