Fitter Technician

Tiger Brands; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 111,600 - 167,400; Full time

Job summary

A leading South African company is seeking a qualified Fitter to provide operational support in Paarl. Responsibilities include supporting shift-based teams, conducting repairs, and participating in maintenance planning. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of high-speed packaging machinery and a strong problem-solving skill set. This position offers opportunities for personal and professional growth within a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Fitter (Trade Tested).
• Knowledge of High-Speed Packaging Machinery is essential.
• Analytical skills and problem-solving abilities are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist operational support to shift-based teams.
• Partake in repairs on plant equipment during shifts.
• Participate in maintenance planning and carry out maintenance tasks.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

High numeracy skills

Education

Qualified Fitter (Trade Tested)

NTC3 with matric maths and science

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

What You Will Do

• Operational Support Provide specialist support to the shift-based teams during operations. Where requested assist as a functional expert in problem solving.
• Running Repairs Partake in carrying out repairs on plant equipment as required on shift.
• Planned Maintenance Take part in maintenance planning meetings, contributing suggestions, clarifying work required and carrying out maintenance tasks and building maintenance programs.
• Housekeeping & Safety Operate in a safe manner at all times, identify and highlight unsafe work practices so that these may be corrected.
• Ensure OEE targets are met Ensure all maintenance tasks are carried out to maximise plant availability and OEE to meet targets.
• Reporting and administration Ensure the various reports and administration tasks are carried out to support engineering and production.

What You Will Be Measured On

• Maintenance Systems
• Engineering standards
• Personal Characteristics Effective communication, Interpersonal skills, Continuous learning, Team player within multi-functional team, Call out and standby responsibilities, including overtime work as required, Situational problem-solving abilities, Pro-active and driven by sustainable solutions, Strong logical/diagnostic approach to troubleshooting.

What You’ll Bring To The Table

• Must be a qualified Fitter (Trade Tested)
• Knowledge of High-Speed Packaging Machinery
• General Competencies An understanding of production machinery or equipment, NTC3, with matric maths and science, Fitter Trade Tested, Function – +- 5 years, Industry – +- 1 year, Analytical skills, Problem solving, High numeracy skills.

In accordance with the employment equity plan of Tiger Brands and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.