Industrial Equipment Installer

Placements24; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tools and safety equipment

Health and retirement benefits

Challenging projects

Collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Industrial Equipment Installer to deploy and commission heavy machinery in Richards Bay. You will read complex drawings, prepare sites, and install equipment ensuring safe, reliable operation from day one.

Ideal candidates bring strong mechanical knowledge, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety across challenging industrial projects in a hub region.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Industrial Equipment Installer or similar mechanical installation role.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Ability to read and work from complex technical drawings and specifications.
• Proficient with hand and power tools and lifting/rigging equipment.
• Excellent physical condition for demanding environments, heights and confined spaces.
• Commitment to health and safety protocols on site.

Responsibilities

• Interpret drawings, blueprints and manuals to guide equipment setup.
• Prepare installation sites with foundation work and utility connections.
• Install heavy industrial machinery and components with precision.
• Align and secure equipment per specifications for structural integrity.
• Test and calibrate installed equipment to verify performance.
• Collaborate with engineers and project managers to meet milestones.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint interpretation

Safety compliance

Physical stamina

Tools

Hand tools and power tools

Lifting and rigging equipment

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and experienced Industrial Equipment Installer to join their team in Richards Bay . This role is crucial for the successful deployment and setup of various industrial machinery and systems. You will be responsible for interpreting blueprints, preparing sites, and expertly installing equipment to ensure it operates safely and efficiently from day one. The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical aptitude, a keen eye for detail, and a commitment to adhering to strict safety standards, playing a key role in project success and client operational readiness in a vital industrial hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and installation manuals to guide equipment setup.
• Prepare installation sites, ensuring all necessary preparations, such as foundation work and utility connections, are completed.
• Perform precise installation of heavy industrial machinery and associated components.
• Align, level, and secure equipment according to specifications, ensuring structural integrity.
• Conduct initial testing and calibration of installed equipment to verify functionality and performance.
• Collaborate with engineers and project managers to ensure timely and efficient project completion.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Industrial Equipment Installer or in a related mechanical installation role.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Ability to read and work from complex technical drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency in using a variety of hand and power tools, as well as lifting and rigging equipment.
• Excellent physical condition and ability to work in demanding environments, including heights and confined spaces.
• Commitment to adhering to strict health and safety protocols on job sites.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary commensurate with experience and skills.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging industrial projects.
• Provision of necessary tools and safety equipment.
• A collaborative team environment focused on achieving project milestones.