Mechanical Fitter

SUMMARY:
Our client is looking for a qualified and experienced Mechanical Fitter, Millwright, or Electro-Mechanical Technician to join their Production team on a temporary contract basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and servicing production machinery and equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities Maintain all mechanical machinery and equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation Carry out planned maintenance, fault finding, and repairs Identify potential equipment issues and recommend corrective actions Install, repair, rebuild, or decommission plant machinery as required Conduct routine inspections of production equipment to proactively identify faults Ensure compliance with all SHEQ standards, policies, and procedures Support continuous improvement initiatives within the production environment Competencies Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently and under pressure Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety Good teamwork and communication skills FMCG Minimum Requirements Grade 12 \/ Matric N4 Mechanical Qualification Recognised Trade Test Certificate essential: Fitter Millwright Instrumentation Mechanician Minimum 6 years' post-apprenticeship experience in a manufacturing environment Experience within FMCG or corrugated packaging industries will be advantageous Willingness to work shifts, overtime, standby duties, call-outs, and weekends as operationally required Valid driver's licence and own reliable transport Own toolset required from commencement of employment Basic computer literacy essential Good interpersonal and communication skills Physically fit and able to safely handle components weighing up to 30kg