Maintenance Fitter: Prevent Downtime & Keep Production

MyCareerCraft; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing solutions provider is seeking a Maintenance Fitter in Gqeberha. The role involves mechanical inspections, repairs, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards in a manufacturing environment. Candidates should have a Grade 12 education, a trade test, and 2-3 years of mechanical maintenance experience. Key responsibilities include diagnosing faults, conducting routine maintenance, and supporting production teams.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years mechanical maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong fault-finding, problem-solving, and repair skills.
• Computer literacy including MS Office and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair equipment faults to reduce downtime.
• Conduct routine and preventative maintenance on machinery.
• Perform inspections and quality checks to ensure equipment compliance.
• Provide support to production teams by resolving process-related issues.
• Prepare reports on maintenance activities and equipment performance.
• Assist with training and mentoring of apprentices.
• Uphold safety, housekeeping, and compliance standards.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance experience

Fault-finding skills

Problem-solving skills

Computer literacy (MS Office, SAP / ERP)

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Grade 12 (NQF 4)

Trade Test: Fitter or Fitter and Turner (NQF 5)

Job description

A manufacturing solutions provider is seeking a Maintenance Fitter in Gqeberha. The role involves mechanical inspections, repairs, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards in a manufacturing environment. Candidates should have a Grade 12 education, a trade test, and 2-3 years of mechanical maintenance experience. Key responsibilities include diagnosing faults, conducting routine maintenance, and supporting production teams.