Fitter

Afrimat Limited; Durban; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining and materials company in Durban seeks a skilled Fitter to ensure the maintenance of mechanical equipment. You will perform troubleshooting and repairs while monitoring plant equipment conditions. Candidates should have a Grade 12 qualification and a Trade Certificate as a Fitter or Fitter and Turner, along with 3-5 years of relevant experience. Strong problem-solving skills and teamwork are essential. Overtime may be required to meet operational needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience post-apprentice on surface.
• Valid driver’s licence required.
• Toolbox qualification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform fault-finding, troubleshooting, and repairs on mechanical equipment.
• Conduct daily plant running inspections and greasing.
• Execute planned maintenance tasks as per schedules.

Skills

Knowledge of cone crushers

Time management skills

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Valuable troubleshooting skills

Education

Grade 12 (Matric) qualification or equivalent

Trade Certificate as a Fitter or Fitter and Turner

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Fitter

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa – Afrimat CM KZN Coastal (Pty) Ltd, based in Ridgeview Quarry. This role is open for a Fitter.

Minimum Qualifications / Experience / Competencies

• Grade 12 (Matric) qualification and/or equivalent
• Trade Certificate as a Fitter or Fitter and Turner
• 3‑5 years of experience post‑apprentice on surface
• Knowledge of cone crushers, jaw crushers and screens
• Valid driver’s licence
• Excellent time management skills and teamwork
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Willingness to work overtime when required
• Toolbox qualification
• Computer skills

Duties and Responsibilities

• Liaise with the Maintenance Foreman daily to discuss maintenance/engineering breakdowns in the plant and submit job cards.
• Perform fault‑finding, troubleshooting, and repairs on mechanical equipment.
• Repair or replace defective equipment parts using hand tools and power tools as well as measuring instruments and reassemble equipment.
• Broader knowledge of conveyor belts, vibrating grizzly feeders, gearboxes, bearings, pumps, crushers (Symons cone crushers, 3FT Symons cone crushers, Osborn Jaw Crusher, Tel Smith T36 cone crusher) and screens.
• Conduct daily plant running inspections and greasing.
• Perform CSS and record head spins for the crushers as per Plant AggFlow stipulated by Maintenance Foreman.
• Ensure crushers are running with correct CSS.
• Monitor oil pressure, oil temperature and hydraulic pressure on cone crushers throughout the day.
• Perform daily bearing temperature inspections.
• Perform monthly oil sampling on gearboxes and crushers.
• Perform monthly inspections on lifting equipment and report deviations to Maintenance Foreman.
• Ensure sufficient lubrication on crushers, gearboxes and feeder.
• Execute daily planned task maintenance which includes skirting replacement, idler changes, belt scraper adjustments, conveyor belt alignment and tension as per PM maintenance schedules.
• Installation of water dust suppression system for the plant.
• Maintenance of the water system for ablution facilities, workshop, weighbridge and admin block.
• Submit parts requisition to the Maintenance Foreman to ensure critical spares availability and maintain stock levels.
• Housekeeping, safety standards and leadership.
• Mentor and train students.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Documents

Please upload the following documents in one file with the application form to the right.

(File size no bigger than 3 MB)

• CV
• Certified ID copy