Job Description

Sappi Southern Africa

Ngodwana Mill

Fitter (P11)

We are hiring!

We're on the lookout for an experienced Mechanical Fitter to safely perform maintenance tasks to ensure long-term plant reliability, thereby contributing to the overall equipment effectiveness.

As a Mechanical Fitter, you will be responsible for:

• Mechanical maintenance in the Plant, with knowledge of mechanical equipment, including, but not limited to, gearboxes, pumps, screens, bearings, and chains drives
• Schedule maintenance for the plant or area of responsibility according to notifications and Planned Schedules
• Perform fault finding on systems during breakdowns and repair the problem or correct equipment to keep downtime to a minimum
• Perform daily and weekly inspections on equipment according to a detailed inspection list
• Perform standby as required to cover breakdowns after normal working hours and weekends, report all deviations to the Maintenance Support Mechanical (Foreman)
• Report all unsafe acts to the Maintenance Support Mechanical
• Draw spares from stores utilising SAP as required by the task being performed
• Improve and maintain Master Data in SAP's accuracy and comply with work order business processes and update as required
• Comply to Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) requirements of the Mill and section
• Maintain a high level of housekeeping in the workplace and workshop at all times

What are we looking for?

• Recognised Trade Test Certificate as a Mechanical Fitter or Fitter and Turner
• Grade 12 (Maths and Science) or N3 Engineering
• 2 years post-apprenticeship experience in a heavy engineering environment will be advantageous
• Valid Driving Licence

Closing Date: 05 September 2023

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Sappi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. At Sappi, we encourage and support vaccination.

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