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Port Elizabeth: Fitter/Machinist

Port Elizabeth: Fitter/Machinist

Posted on 2025-06-29 00:00:00

Job Summary

Port Elizabeth-Fitter/Machinist Reporting to the Area Supervisor Purpose: To ensure the optimal mechanical performance of plant equipment and machinery through preventative maintenance, fault diagnosis, repairs, and equipment upgrades. Play a critical role in reducing downtime and maintaining productivity in the plant. Minimum Requirements: Trade Test Certificate: Fitter or Fitter & Turner (Red Seal) – Essential Minimum 3–5 years’ post-apprenticeship experience in a manufacturing environment (preferably automotive or metal stamping) Solid experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems Strong fault-finding and mechanical troubleshooting skills Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics Working knowledge of automated machinery, conveyors, presses, and robotic systems Willingness to work shifts, overtime, and standby as required Key Responsibilities: Perform routine and preventative maintenance on all mechanical equipment, including presses, feeders, conveyors, and robots Attend to mechanical breakdowns quickly and effectively to minimise downtime Inspect, diagnose, and repair faults in hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems Replace or repair defective parts using machine tools, welding, and hand tools Maintain records of repairs and preventative maintenance using job cards or CMMS systems Collaborate with the electrical maintenance team during fault-finding or installations Assist in the setup, installation, and commissioning of new equipment Maintain a safe and clean work environment, complying with OHS requirements Monitor and maintain critical spares and report shortages or material needs Provide mentorship or support to maintenance assistants or apprentices when required Soft Skills & Competencies: Attention to detail and mechanical precision Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills Ability to work under pressure and in high-speed production environments Good communication and teamwork abilities Strong sense of responsibility and urgency Accountabilities: Responsible for the mechanical integrity and reliability of plant equipment Accountable for minimising unplanned downtime through timely maintenance Ensuring all work complies with safety regulations and quality standards ADDITIONAL NOTES This job description is a broad indication of the work the employee is required to do. However, the employee may be required to undertake other duties, particularly when others are absent from work. Neither job title nor job description can be regarded as a precise specification of duties, but should be seen as a guide to main responsibilities. You may be required to perform tasks that are outside your job description when the plant is not operating at 100% capacity. In such an event, all the necessary required training will be provided.

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