Artisan Production Grade A – C: (Fitter And Turner)

EdUpStairs; Worcester; On-site; ZAR 253,000 - 424,000; Full time

Job summary

EdUpStairs in Worcester, South Africa, is seeking a qualified Fitter and Turner to service and maintain water control equipment on dams and distribution networks. The role requires hands-on work, occasional travel, standby and overtime as needed.

You must hold a Fitter and Turner Trade Test Certificate and EB driver's license, be able to read drawings, comply with OHS regulations, and communicate in English. The position offers a competitive salary and stability.

Qualifications

• Fitter and Turner Trade Test Certificate is required.
• EB driver’s license (unexpired) is required.
• Willingness to perform standby duties, production work, and overtime.
• Experience with bulk water storage, conveyance, and pressure systems is advantageous.
• Ability to read/manufacture drawings and interpret drawings.
• Knowledge of OHS Act compliance in workshop and site environments.

Responsibilities

• Service, repair, install, and maintain water control equipment and related infrastructure (dams, water networks).
• Conduct routine inspections, plan repairs and report defects.
• Coordinate maintenance/repairs through existing contracts.
• Manufacture items based on planning and drawings.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
• Record daily trips, fuel usage, and logbooks; maintain clean work areas.
• Assist other maintenance teams and be prepared to travel to remote areas and work standby/overtime.

Skills

Technical communication

Reading drawings

OHS compliance

Independent worker

Standby readiness

Education

Fitter and Turner Trade Test Certificate

Job description

Salary: R253 341 – R424 371 per annum, (OSD)

Requirements

An Appropriate Fitter and Turner Trade Test Certificate. T
he disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s code EB driver’s license.
Willingness to perform standby duties, production work, and overtime as and when required.
Knowledge and experience in bulk water storage, conveyance, and pressure systems will be an advantage.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
Strong technical communication skills in English, coupled with good technical report-writing and computer literacy.
The ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings will be an advantage.
Essential knowledge and experience regarding compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act in both workshop and site environments.

Duties

Service, repair, install, and maintain water control equipment and related infrastructure typically found on dams and water distribution networks (e.g.,
pumps, pipes, valves, sluices, auxiliary drives, cranes, water vessels, and industrial construction plant/machinery).
Conduct routine inspections to identify visible, operational, and safety defects; plan necessary repairs and report
defects to the Supervisor promptly.
Ensure all services are carried out timeously and coordinate maintenance and repairs through existing contracts.
Manufacture items based on own planning and from design/manufacturing drawings.
Function in strict accordance with all applicable legislative, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Record daily trips, fuel consumption, and logbooks for both vehicles and machinery, as well as service logbooks for
installed equipment. Ensure equipment and immediate work areas are kept clean and well-maintained and good housekeeping when on site.
Assist various maintenance teams with day-to-day maintenance, repairs, and
construction work as needed.
Manage, mentor, and evaluate staff performance on an ongoing basis.
Be prepared to travel to remote areas and spend nights away from home on a regular basis.
Be available for standby and occasional overtime work, including weekends and public holidays.