Fitter and Turner (Trade Tested)

Network Contracting; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 312,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Contracting is seeking qualified Fitter & Turner artisans for various mechanical maintenance and fitting roles. Candidates should hold relevant Fitting & Turning qualifications and be trade tested or Red Seal certified.

Experience in mechanical fault-finding and reading engineering drawings is highly valued. Industries include manufacturing, mining, engineering, and FMCG, with opportunities to work on pumps, gearboxes, hydraulics, and precision equipment.

Qualifications

• Relevant Fitting & Turning qualification
• Trade Tested / Red Seal Fitter & Turner
• Strong mechanical fault-finding and reading technical drawings
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment and interpret drawings

Skills

Mechanical fault-finding

Reading drawings

Troubleshooting

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Independent work

Shift work

Education

Fitting & Turning qualification

Trade Tested / Red Seal Fitter & Turner

Tools

Precision measuring equipment

Machine tools operation

Job description

• Qualified Fitter & Turners
• Trade Tested / Red Seal Artisans
• Mechanical Fitters
• Maintenance Fitters
• Fitter Machinists
• Skilled artisans with strong machining and maintenance experience
• Junior to Senior-level Fitter & Turners

TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE:

Experience in one or more of the following areas is advantageous:

• Conventional turning & milling
• Lathe and milling machine operation
• Precision machining
• Machine fitting and assembly
• Preventative & breakdown maintenance
• Gearboxes, bearings, shafts & couplings
• Pumps and rotating equipment
• Hydraulics & pneumatics
• Reading & interpreting engineering drawings
• Measuring instruments & precision tools
• Mechanical fault-finding
• Equipment installation and commissioning

INDUSTRIES WE RECRUIT FOR:

• Manufacturing
• Mining & Minerals
• Engineering
• FMCG
• Automotive
• Steel & Heavy Engineering
• Chemical & Petrochemical
• Packaging
• Food & Beverage
• Industrial Services

WHAT WE LOOK FOR:

• Relevant Fitting & Turning qualification
• Trade Tested / Red Seal Fitter & Turner
• Relevant industrial or manufacturing experience
• Strong mechanical fault-finding skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Experience with precision measuring equipment
• Good understanding of mechanical maintenance
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Safety-conscious approach to work
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to work shifts and overtime where required