Port Elizabeth: Maintenance Fitter

Key Responsibilities Repairs Diagnose the root cause of equipment failures and implement corrective actions swiftly. Minimize downtime by quickly addressing faults, defects, and failures. Ensure equipment operates optimally through the application of relevant technical and engineering practices. Collaborate with Production to identify and resolve potential issues proactively. Provide regular reports to the Toolroom Foreman, documenting repairs, downtime, and maintenance activities. Maintenance Perform initial inspections for all process changes to assess equipment condition. Conduct routine inspections to detect potential failures or excessive wear, and perform necessary maintenance. Periodically inspect manufactured products to ensure they meet quality standards. Work with Supervisors and Production to schedule preventative maintenance. Ensure parts are available for maintenance routines and report any unusual conditions. Training Assist in training apprentices to ensure they gain the necessary skills for maintenance and repair work. Prepare machines and equipment for apprentice training sessions. Compliance Operate in compliance with all relevant regulations and procedures to maintain the integrity of the maintenance process. Report any risks or concerns to management within your area of responsibility. Promote compliance with procedures to minimize wasteful and irregular expenditure. Cost Control Contribute to the efficient use of financial and other resources. Minimize expenditure and report any deviations from budgetary limits. Customer Service Maintain effective relationships with employees and customers to ensure high-quality service. Demonstrate problem-solving skills while adhering to company values and standards. Job Specifications Qualifications Minimum : Grade 12 Certificate (NQF 4) Trade Test: Fitter / Fitter and Turner (NQF 5) Experience Minimum : Up to 3 years technical and mechanical maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment. Technical Competencies Computer Literacy (Basic MS Office; SAP, ERP Systems, and job-specific software systems). Knowledge of relevant maintenance practices, designs, methodologies, and SOPs. Understanding of housekeeping and safety principles.