Fitter

Sappi; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Sappi is hiring a skilled Fitter to ensure optimum plant availability through maintenance, overhaul and repair of machinery and mechanical systems in our Mpumalanga operations. You will follow engineering specifications and safety standards to improve equipment effectiveness and reliability.

Key duties include fitting, testing, commissioning, SAP work orders, and identifying repair needs. You will also support after-hours standby duties and share knowledge across plant sections.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or N3 Engineering equivalent required.
• Recognised Trade Test Certificate as Mechanical Fitter or Fitter and Turner.
• 2 years post-apprenticeship experience in heavy engineering advantageous.
• Valid driving license is required.

Responsibilities

• Understand and comply with SHEQ requirements and safety standards.
• Fit, assemble, grind, shape metal parts and install/commission mechanical equipment.
• Perform plant maintenance and remedial work per SAP notifications and work orders.
• Complete work orders, updates in SAP, and source spares as needed.
• Troubleshoot during breakdowns to minimize downtime and assist in failure analysis.
• Conduct daily/weekly equipment inspections and report defects to supervisors.
• Plan and scope work orders to optimize maintenance tasks.
• Cover after-hours/weekend breakdowns and perform overtime as required.
• Share knowledge across plant sections and perform other assigned tasks.

Skills

Maintenance planning

Troubleshooting

Mechanical knowledge

Education

Grade 12 or N3 Engineering

Trade Test: Mechanical Fitter or Fitter & Turner

Tools

SAP

Job description

We are hiring! At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.

We are hiring! At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.

We are on the lookout for a Fitter to ensure optimum plant availability through maintenance, overhaul, and repair of machinery, equipment, and mechanical systems according to engineering specifications and safety standards, contributing to overall equipment effectiveness. You will provide mechanical services with specific responsibility for identifying repair and replacement needs; installing, repairing, maintaining, and upgrading mechanical systems and equipment; and ensuring that necessary tools and materials are available and well-maintained.

As a Fitter, You Will Be Responsible For

Ensure Health, Safety, Environmental Compliance

• Understand and comply with section SHEQ requirements, organizational policies, procedures, and best operating practices.
• Participate in SHEQ incident investigations, identify root causes, and correct mechanical maintenance non-conformances.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards in the workplace and assist production personnel with plant isolation processes.

Plant and Equipment Efficiency

• Fit, assemble, grind, shape metal parts, and install, test, connect, commission, and modify mechanical equipment.
• Perform plant maintenance and remedial work according to SAP notifications, work orders, and planned schedules (including shuts).
• Complete work orders, notifications, and draw necessary spares from Stores using SAP picking lists.
• Execute fault finding during breakdowns, perform repairs to minimize downtime, and participate in failure analysis.
• Conduct daily and weekly equipment inspections according to detailed checklists and report defects or risks to supervisors.
• Scope and plan work orders as required to optimize mechanical maintenance tasks.
• Cover after-hours/weekend breakdowns on a standby basis and perform required overtime duties.
• Share technical knowledge across plant sections and perform any other assigned tasks within the scope of a Fitter.

What are we looking for?

• Grade 12 or N3 Engineering.
• Recognised Trade Test Certificate as a Mechanical Fitter or Fitter and Turner.
• 2 Years post-apprenticeship experience in a heavy engineering environment will be advantageous.
• Valid Driving License.

What's in it for you?

• Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence.
• Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi.
• Opportunities to travel.
• Market leading leave benefits.
• Employee wellbeing benefits.