Johannesburg: Mechanical Fitter – Cable & Electrical Lead Manufacturing

Mechanical Fitter Cable & Electrical Lead Manufacturing Location: Benoni, Gauteng Salary: R25 000 to R30 000 (negotiable depending on experience) Opportunity Overview An established and growing cable manufacturing company is offering an excellent opportunity for a skilled Mechanical Fitter to join its production and maintenance team. This role is ideal for a technically strong artisan who enjoys working in a fast-paced factory environment and takes pride in ensuring that machinery performs at peak efficiency. As a key member of the maintenance department, you will play an essential role in keeping high-volume production lines running reliably. This includes cable cutting, stripping, crimping, moulding and winding equipment. If you are motivated by hands-on work, problem solving, and making a visible impact on daily operations, this position offers long-term stability and professional growth. Key Responsibilities Maintenance & Fault Finding Attend to mechanical breakdowns quickly to reduce downtime. Diagnose faults on cable processing machinery, including cutting, stripping, crimping and moulding equipment. Perform repairs, adjustments, and component replacements to restore optimal functioning. Planned Maintenance Execute preventative maintenance schedules on all production machinery. Inspect mechanical components, identify wear patterns, and prevent recurring failures. Maintain accurate maintenance records and report equipment issues proactively. Machine Setup & Operational Support Assist with machine setups, tool changes and production changeovers. Align and calibrate mechanical tooling, crimp applicators and fixtures. Work closely with production teams to ensure equipment operates within required tolerances. Technical and Workshop Duties Maintain hydraulic and pneumatic components used in machinery. Conduct minor fabrication, fitting and alignment tasks where required. Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance machine reliability and efficiency. Safety & Compliance Comply with all OHSA and company safety procedures. Ensure proper use of PPE and adherence to lock-out procedures. Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment. Minimum Requirements N3 Mechanical Engineering or equivalent. Recognised Trade Test: Mechanical Fitter. Minimum 3 years mechanical fitting experience in a manufacturing environment. Experience with cable, wiring harness, or high-volume production machinery (advantageous). Strong mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving skills. Ability to work shifts, overtime and standby as needed. Ability to read engineering drawings and interpret technical specifications. What This Opportunity Offers A stable and established manufacturing environment. Exposure to specialised cable production equipment and modern assembly technology. The chance to work closely with production, quality and engineering teams. A role where your contribution directly improves output, quality and operational efficiency. Long-term growth potential for artisans who show initiative and reliability.