Pretoria: Automotive Engine Assembler posted by First Degree Recruitment

We are seeking a Engine Assembler learner at a Automotive company in Kimberley.

Duties:

• Construct and assemble machines and engines.
• Use hoists to position and align components.
• Perform testing, verify functioning, and ensure conformance to specifications.
• Install piping, fixtures, wiring, electrical components, and gear systems.
• Align and mesh gears in gearboxes.
• Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Verify part conformity and clearances using callipers, gauges, and micrometres.
• Smooth, trim, or fit surfaces with power tools; repair or replace damaged parts.
• Operate milling, grinding, and other metalworking machines for shaping/fabricating parts.
• Inspect subassemblies and perform fault finding for warranty failures.
• Lubricate, grease, and maintain components.
• Drill, ream, tap, or cut parts for assembly.
• Assemble other machines as required; update and repair parts regularly.
• Set up and run engines on Dyno according to prescribed methods.
• Follow up on parts supply and complete engine builds within set timelines.
• Inspect newly arrived parts for fit, size, and function.
• Be available for occasional field service work.

Requirements:

• Proficient with precision measuring tools (callipers, gauges, micrometres).
• Able to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Experience operating metalworking machines (milling, grinding) for part fabrication.
• Strong fault-finding capability, including warranty failure analysis.
• Experience setting up and running engines on a Dyno according to prescribed methods.
• NQF 4 / N1N3 with 35 years engine assembly/automotive machining experience.
• Trade Test qualification (Automotive Machinist/Diesel Mechanic) advantageous.
• Knowledge of hydraulics and auto-electrical systems advantageous.

Send your CV to: *****@*****.co.za