SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:
We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Fitter to join our team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This hands-on position combines technical expertise with leadership responsibilities. The successful candidate will oversee maintenance operations, ensure machinery reliability, and uphold high standards of safety and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
1. Maintenance & Technical Execution
- Conduct routine planned and preventive maintenance on industrial equipment and machinery.
- Supervise and coordinate day-to-day maintenance activities to ensure timely and effective execution.
- Attend to mechanical and electrical breakdowns, ensuring minimal production disruption.
- Perform setup, adjustment, and repair of eccentric and hydraulic presses, combustion chambers, and other industrial machinery.
- Conduct maintenance and fault-finding on burners, shot blasting equipment, conveyor systems, and lubrication systems.
- Carry out fitting, assembly, and welding of metal parts, tools, or sub-assemblies.
- Replace conveyor belts, drives, pulleys, bearings, and gearboxes.
- Conduct inspections and ensure all maintenance work meets quality and safety standards.
- Execute minor electrical tasks such as replacing contactors, relays, isolators, and repairing wiring under 400V.
- Maintain accurate maintenance and repair logs.
- Assist in managing spare parts inventory and ensuring critical spares are readily available.
2. Leadership & Training
- Guide, lead, coach, and motivate the maintenance team to achieve departmental goals.
- Provide on-the-job training and guidance to semi-skilled fitters and technicians.
- Ensure the maintenance team follows safety procedures, standard operating practices, and maintenance schedules.
- Identify skills gaps and recommend training or development needs.
- Monitor and evaluate staff performance, productivity, and adherence to quality standards.
3. Health, Safety & Compliance
- Enforce compliance with OHSA regulations and company safety policies.
- Conduct toolbox talks and promote a safety-first culture.
- Ensure proper isolation of electrical, mechanical, and fuel systems during maintenance.
- Report incidents, near-misses, and hazards promptly to the Maintenance Manager.
- Maintain high housekeeping standards and adherence to 5S lean manufacturing principles.
4. Reporting & Continuous Improvement
- Provide regular reports on maintenance performance, downtime, and repairs.
- Collaborate with production teams to coordinate maintenance with minimal impact on operations.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and suggest process or system enhancements.
- Participate in performance reviews, safety audits, and plant improvement discussions.
Qualifications & Experience
- Qualified Fitter Artisan (Red Seal Certification)
- Certificate in Fitting and Machining
- Matric Certificate (Grade 12)
- Code 8 Driver’s Licence
- Minimum 5 -8 years’ experience in a manufacturing or heavy industrial environment
- Strong working knowledge of:
- Hydraulics, pneumatics, and lubrication systems
- Combustion chambers, ovens, and shot blasting machines
- Conveyor systems, welding, and general fitting work
- Basic electrical knowledge (under 400V) including measurement of voltage, current, and earth leakage
Core Competencies
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Safety-conscious with excellent attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and in a team
- Hands-on, practical problem solver with strong technical aptitude
- Physically fit with good hand-eye coordination
- Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces
- Able to work overtime, weekends, and standby when required
- Knowledge and application of 5S methodology
Performance Indicators
- Effective supervision of maintenance activities and team output
- Reduction in equipment downtime and adherence to preventive maintenance schedules
- Compliance with health and safety regulations
- Accurate maintenance documentation and reporting
- Contribution to continuous improvement and operational efficiency
