Fitter

Oxyon Human Capital Solutions Pty Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 230,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxyon Human Capital Solutions Pty Ltd in partnership with a well-established manufacturing organisation is seeking a Trade-Tested Fitter to join the maintenance team.

You will maintain, repair and optimise conveyors, motors and mechanical equipment, diagnose faults to minimise downtime, service hydraulic systems, perform welding and fabrication, read drawings, keep records and uphold safety and quality standards in a busy production environment.

Qualifications

• Trade-Tested Fitter qualification is required.
• Experience in a plastic manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong mechanical maintenance and fault-finding experience.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.
• Commitment to safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair and service conveyors, motors and mechanical production equipment.
• Diagnose faults to minimise downtime.
• Maintain hydraulic systems and fix leaks.
• Carry out preventative maintenance.
• Perform welding, fabrication and modifications.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.
• Keep maintenance records and documentation.
• Ensure safety, quality and operational standards.
• Assist with machinery installations and improvements.
• Maintain housekeeping in maintenance areas.

Skills

Conveyor maintenance

Hydraulic systems

Welding & fabrication

Fault finding

Reading drawings

Maintenance planning

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

Trade-Tested Fitter

Job description

About Role:

A well-established manufacturing organisation is looking for a Trade-Tested Fitter to join their maintenance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, repairing and optimising production equipment to ensure safe, reliable and uninterrupted production.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repairs and servicing of conveyors, motors and mechanical production equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults and breakdowns to minimise production downtime.
• Maintain and troubleshoot hydraulic systems, including leaks and pressure-related faults.
• Conduct preventative and planned maintenance.
• Perform welding, fabrication and equipment modifications as required.
• Maintain and repair industrial water systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic and water system faults.
• Assist with machinery installations and maintenance improvements.
• Inspect equipment to identify potential faults before breakdowns occur.
• Respond to production breakdowns and complete repairs efficiently.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, manuals and equipment specifications.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality and operational standards.
• Maintain good housekeeping in maintenance areas.

Minimum Requirements

• Trade-Tested Fitter qualification.
• Proven experience in a plastic manufacturing, production or industrial environment.
• Strong mechanical maintenance and fault-finding experience.
• Practical experience with conveyors, motors and mechanical equipment .
• Good knowledge of hydraulic systems .
• Welding and fabrication experience.
• Experience with industrial water systems will be advantageous.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a production environment.
• Strong commitment to safety and compliance.

Key Competencies

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Excellent fault-finding ability
• Problem-solving skills
• Proactive approach to maintenance
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Safety and quality focused
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to minimise production downtime