Industrial Equipment Installer: Precision Setup & Calibration

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

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.