Fitter

• Matric / NTC 3.
• Completed trade test as Fitter and Turner with Red Seal certificate OR
• Relevant equal skill and experience if not trade tested.
• Strong experience in the servicing and installation of:

• Hydraulic and pneumatic equipment;
• Conveyors;
• Gear boxes; and
• Belt and chain drives.
• Experience in below equipment would be advantageous:

• Frame saws, bandsaws and associated equipment;
• Drum chippers;
• Debarkers;
• Proven experience as a welder.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Medically fit with sober habits.
• Code EB license with own transport.
• Willing to work irregular hours and perform standby duties.
• Regularly working overtime, especially on weekends.

• Perform cost-effective mechanical maintenance and repairs on all plant and ancillary equipment in the department.
• Cost-effective installation of new plant and machinery.
• Recording of all work performed on plant and ancillary equipment on a job card.
• Maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of all mechanical plant and ancillary equipment on site.
• Maintain a high level of housekeeping and total compliance with safety standards within his work area.
• Performing of overtime work and standby duties as and when required.
• Assisting with on the job training of apprentices and semi-skilled artisans working in the engineering division.
• Requisitioning of spares and materials.
• Assist in the formulation and implementation of a planned maintenance program

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