Job Description

Internationally established Manufacturing Company based in the Northern Suburbs is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Fitter and Turner.

• Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate
• Minimum N3 Engineering Studies Qualification (N6 Qualification in Engineering Studies will be beneficial)
• Section 13 Fitter and Turner Trade Test Certificate
• Minimum of 3 years experience as a qualified Fitter and Turner in a manufacturing environment
• Energetic, proactive and able to work under pressure
• A valid drivers license with own reliable transport

Skills and Knowledge Required

• Preventative Maintenance Routines.
• Welding (Mig Tig & Arc), Milling, and Turning.
• Planning - Check that all part complies with procurement register and data pack.(Report any deviations) Check that all tools and equipment is available to execute task. Plan a working procedure for the task.
• Material Cutting - bandsaw, cut-off saw, cutting torch, grinder.
• Drilling and/or slotting holes: Proper use of hand drill, magbase drill, machining machine, etc.
• Finishing/Grinding: Remove all shape edgers, burs, welding spatter, etc.(Prep for next phase)
• Machining and fitting related tasks - planning: Check that all part complies with procurement register and data pack.(Report any deviations). Check that all tools and equipment is available to execute task. Plan a working procedure for the task.
• Complete MJRs for parts require heat treatment or any process that cant be done inhouse.
• Machining: Use appropriate machinery to execute tasks for e.g.: Proper use of lathe machine for turning, facing, grooving, parting, boring, tapping, etc. Proper use of milling machine for forming flat surfaces, cutting slots, drilling or reaming holes, gear cutting, etc. Proper use of surface grinding machine for surface finishing, remove material for small tolerances, etc. On completion of parts ensure that all shape edgers and burs are removed, and the part is treated for the next phase. (Lubricate and store in a dry area to avoid rust.)
• Fitting: Appropriate fitting method must be used to perform tasks like: Fitment and alignment of drives, brakes, clutches, gears, sprockets, bearing, etc. Fitment of motors, pumps, gearboxes, etc. Fitment of Pneumatic and hydraulic components.
• Pneumatics and Hydraulics.
• Gearboxes.
• Water Systems and Cooling Towers.
• Basic Electrical Experience.
• Bearing and Shaft Changing.
• Fault Finding and Diagnosis.
• Lubrication.

Please forward your CV to and indicate your salary expectations.Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive feedback within 48 hours, please accept your application as unsuccessful.
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