Hydraulic Fitter - Gauteng, South Africa - R13k - R17k CTC.

Recruiter:

The Legends Agency

Job Ref:

Hydraulic Fitter - ..

Date posted:

Tuesday, August 11, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Market-related

SUMMARY:
Inspect, assemble, maintain, repair, and test hydraulic systems and components to ensure safe and efficient operation

POSITION INFO:
Hydraulic Fitter - Gauteng, South Africa - R13k - R17k CTC. Inspect, assemble, maintain, repair, and test hydraulic systems and components to ensure safe and efficient operation . About Our Client: Our client operates within an engineering and hydraulics workshop environment handling high-pressure systems and heavy machinery . The organization performs preventive and corrective maintenance, repairs, and testing on a variety of hydraulic equipment . The Role: Hydraulic Fitter. The purpose of the Hydraulic Fitter role is to inspect, assemble, maintain, repair, and test hydraulic systems and components, including pumps, cylinders, valves, hoses, and fittings . Reporting to the Workshop Foreman or Engineering Manager, the primary focus is to ensure all hydraulic equipment operates safely and efficiently in accordance with technical drawings, schematics, and OEM specifications . Key Responsibilities Apply 3-5 years of hydraulic maintenance experience to perform strip, assessment, and repair of cylinders, pumps, valves, manifolds, accumulators, and motors . Read and interpret hydraulic schematics, engineering drawings, and technical manuals to conduct fault finding and diagnostics . Measure and inspect seals, rods, barrels, and machined components using micrometers, vernier calipers, and gauges . Replace and fit seals, bearings, O-rings, wear rings, hydraulic piping, hoses, and fittings . Conduct pressure testing, leakage testing, and system performance checks . Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on hydraulic systems in workshop or field environments . Maintain accurate records of work performed, measurements taken, and parts used . Ensure compliance with health, safety, ISO, OEM, and Mine Safety regulations while liaising with supervisors on fault trends . About You Minimum 3-5 years' experience in hydraulic maintenance, assembly, or repairs . Essential experience in hydraulic pump and cylinder repair . Sound knowledge of hydraulic principles, pressure systems, and component function . Ability to read and interpret hydraulic and mechanical drawings and schematics . Skilled in the use of precision measuring tools such as verniers, micrometers, and dial gauges . Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel if required . Strong fault-finding skills, mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, time management, communication, and reporting skills . Safety-conscious, disciplined work ethic with the ability to work independently and as part of a team . Advantageous: Experience in hydraulic systems for mobile cranes, earth moving equipment, or mining equipment .

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