Fitter & Turner (Industrial, Manufacturing, Heavy Engineering)

Recruiter:

Hlabahlosile

Job Ref:

Cariena/Ulene

Date posted:

Thursday, January 29, 2026

Location:

Pretoria, South Africa

Salary:

Negotiable

SUMMARY:
We’re looking for a hands on, qualified Fitter & Turner to support maintenance operations in an industrial, manufacturing, heavy engineering environment.

POSITION INFO:

Job Purpose:

To fabricate, assemble, maintain, and repair mechanical components and machinery with precision, ensuring operational reliability, safety, and efficiency. The role involves machining, fitting, turning, and general mechanical maintenance.

Fabrication & Machining

Set up and operate lathes, milling machines, grinders, drill presses, and other machine tools.
Manufacture, modify, and repair machine components according to engineering drawings and specifications.
Perform precision turning, threading, boring, and cutting of metals and alloys.
Maintain accurate measurements using calipers, micrometers, and gauges.

Mechanical Assembly & Maintenance

Troubleshoot mechanical faults and implement corrective actions.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

Suggest improvements for machining, fabrication, and maintenance processe

Key Responsibilities:

Operate lathes, milling machines, grinders, and related machine tools
Manufacture, repair, and modify mechanical components to spec
Assemble, install, align, and maintain machinery and mechanical systems
Read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints
Perform fault-finding, repairs, and preventative maintenance
Ensure all work meets quality standards and OHS requirements
Support continuous improvement and mentor junior staff where needed

Qualifications and Experience::

Trade Test: Fitter & Turner (Red Seal preferred)
N3/N4 Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
2 to 5 years experience in industrial/manufacturing/heavy engineering
Strong machining, fitting, and mechanical troubleshooting skills
Precision Engineering
Safety-first mindset and attention to detail

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