Fitter and Turner

Abantu Staffing Solutions; East London; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled mechanical technician with a trade-tested qualification and strong mechanical knowledge. In this role, you will be responsible for fabricating components, ensuring smooth workshop operations, and maintaining safety standards. Your expertise in operating centre lathes and milling machines will be crucial, while your ability to prioritize tasks will help you thrive in a dynamic environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a team dedicated to quality and precision in manufacturing, where your skills will be valued and developed further.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or general engineering.
• Strong mechanical skills and trade-tested qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate components according to engineering drawings.
• Ensure workshop runs smoothly and safely.
• Perform maintenance and repair of machine components.

Skills

Mechanical Knowledge

Computer Literacy

Ability to Prioritize Tasks

Education

Trade Tested Qualification

Tools

Centre Lathe

Milling Machine

Mig Welding

Tig Welding

Job description

Minimum Requirements:

• Trade Tested qualification
• Strong mechanical knowledge and skills
• 5 + years proven experience in the manufacturing or general engineering environment
• Computer literate

Main Responsibilities:

• Fabrication of components according to engineering drawings
• Strong Centre Lathe and Milling Machine experience
• Mig and Tig Welding experience is optional
• Fitting and general turning and machining
• Measuring and Cutting materials to specifications
• Ensuring that the workshop is run smoothly and to keep everyone safe
• Repairing of machine components
• Checking the finished work to make sure that it falls within the tolerance marked on the blueprint
• Maintenance support, ability to trouble shoot and repair various machines
• Able to prioritize tasks
• Performing equipment checks and conduct preventative tasks maintenance
• Following written instructions and keeping records
• Adhering to health and safety regulations
• Work with Apprentices to upskill