Shredder Operator

Recruiter:

Midvaal Recruitment

Job Ref:

1150509584

Date posted:

Friday, November 28, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

SHREDDER OPERATOR

Reference: MID601

Location: Cape Town, Kuils Rivier

Role Purpose:

Looking for an experienced Shredder Operator capable of running high-capacity shredding machinery and assisting engineering teams in diagnosing and resolving equipment issues.

This role is vital for consistent throughput and requires a skilled operator with strong technical aptitude.

Key Responsibilities:

Operate shredding machines safely, efficiently and according to SOPs.
Monitor machine performance and identify abnormalities early.
Assist engineering and electrical teams with fault identification and troubleshooting.
Perform standard operator-level maintenance including lubrication, cleaning, inspections.
Record machine data, output volumes and downtime events.
Prevent contamination and ensure correct feedstock handling.
Adhere to safety standards, PPE requirements and production targets.
Assist with start-up and shutdown procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum 3+ years’ operating shredders or similar heavy industrial machinery.
Ability to understand mechanical and electrical symptoms of equipment problems.
Strong observational skills and ability to respond quickly to plant issues.
Good physical fitness and safety awareness.
Experience in a scrapyard, recycling plant or heavy-duty manufacturing environment.

Kindly send detailed CV, Certificates, and ID copy to

Use reference number MID601 in email subject line

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