Mechanical Fitter

eThekwini, KwaZulu-Natal Hillcrest, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Job Description

Qualifications:

  • Minimum Education: N3 N6 in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
  • Trade Test: Qualified Mechanical Fitter (Red Seal).
  • Experience: 35 years post-apprenticeship experience in a manufacturing, processing, or industrial environment.
  • Additional Skills:
  • Experience with hydraulics and pneumatics.
  • Knowledge of pumps, motors, gearboxes, and rotating equipment.
  • Basic welding and fabrication skills (advantageous).
Key Responsibilities:
  • Assemble and fit mechanical components and systems according to technical drawings and specifications.
  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on machinery and equipment (e.g., pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, compressors, valves, etc.).
  • Diagnose mechanical faults and carry out necessary repairs or replacements.
  • Inspect, test, and align equipment to ensure proper operation.
  • Work with precision tools and measuring instruments (e.g., micrometers, verniers).
  • Assist in equipment installations and commissioning of new machinery.
  • Ensure all work complies with health, safety, and environmental standards.
  • Maintain accurate maintenance records and report breakdowns or potential failures.
  • Collaborate with electricians, welders, and other maintenance personnel as required.
  • Identify opportunities for mechanical improvements and cost savings.
  • Min 3 years post-trade test experience within a manufacturing environment.
  • Good mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic fault-finding skills.
  • Ability to prepare and read mechanical schematics.
  • Ability to carry out basic welding, machining, and drilling.
  • Working knowledge of lifting equipment, e.g, chain blocks, hydraulic jacks.
  • Fully conversant with Environmental, Health, and Safety Standards
  • Responsible for Technical Assets.
  • Computer literate with knowledge of MS Office and maintenance software (SAP preferably).
How to Apply:

Skills Required

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1550096
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    eThekwini, KwaZulu-Natal Hillcrest, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned