Fitter Artisan - Meat Industry

Professional Resources Partners Pty Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 246,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

Professional Resources Partners Pty Ltd is seeking a qualified Fitter Artisan to join our maintenance team in Johannesburg. You will maintain and repair factory equipment to maximise machine availability and minimise downtime, reporting any non-conformances to supervision.

The role requires a qualified Fitter Artisan with at least three years in meat processing or similar manufacturing, plus strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Qualified Fitter Artisan with a recognised trade qualification.
• A National Diploma will be advantageous.
• At least three years’ experience in the meat processing industry or a similar manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out effective mechanical repairs and maintenance on factory equipment.
• Ensure maximum machine availability and minimise production downtime.
• Complete job cards and scheduled maintenance in accordance with prescribed checklists and procedures.
• Monitor the effective use and operation of machinery and report any non-conformances or deviations to supervision and production management.
• Identify and report requirements for critical spares and workshop equipment.
• Assist with new installations and maintenance-related projects.
• Maintain good housekeeping standards in the workshop and production areas.
• Comply with all company policies, health and safety requirements and maintenance procedures.
• Take ownership of maintenance activities and ensure work is completed efficiently and to the required standard.
• Support the maintenance team and production operations as required.

Skills

Fitter Artisan

Meat processing experience

Mechanical fault-finding

Problem-solving

Independence & accountability

Teamwork & communication

Overtime/weekend flexibility

Education

Trade qualification (Fitter Artisan)

National Diploma advantageous

Job description

Fitter Artisan

Location: Johannesburg
Salary: R22,000 – R30,000 per month
Reporting to: Maintenance Manager

About the Role

An established meat processing company is seeking a qualified Fitter Artisan to join its maintenance team . The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and repairing factory equipment to ensure maximum machine availability, minimise downtime and support efficient production.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out effective mechanical repairs and maintenance on factory equipment.

• Ensure maximum machine availability and minimise production downtime.

• Complete job cards and scheduled maintenance in accordance with prescribed checklists and procedures.

• Monitor the effective use and operation of machinery and report any non-conformances or deviations to supervision and production management.

• Identify and report requirements for critical spares and workshop equipment.

• Assist with new installations and maintenance-related projects.

• Maintain good housekeeping standards in the workshop and production areas.

• Comply with all company policies, health and safety requirements and maintenance procedures.

• Take ownership of maintenance activities and ensure work is completed efficiently and to the required standard.

• Support the maintenance team and production operations as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Qualified Fitter Artisan with a recognised trade qualification.

• A National Diploma will be advantageous.

• At least three years’ experience in the meat processing industry or a similar manufacturing environment.

• Strong mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently, take accountability and demonstrate initiative.

• Good teamwork and communication skills.

• Own reliable transport.

• Willingness to work overtime, weekends and standby duties when required.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary: R22,000 – R30,000 per month, depending on experience and qualifications.