Mechanical Supervisor (Fitter & Turner)

The Recruitment Guy (Pty) Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Mechanical Supervisor for a permanent position based in Cape Town. The successful candidate will oversee mechanical maintenance activities, lead a team of fitters, and ensure compliance with safety standards in a steelmaking environment. With at least 5 years' experience in the industry and a Trade Test as a Fitter & Turner, candidates should be ready to relocate to Cape Town. A competitive salary and relocation assistance are offered.

Benefits

Relocation assistance

Accommodation support

Medical aid

Provident fund

Long-term growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ mechanical experience in the steel industry.
• Proven experience supervising artisans in a high-risk environment.
• Strong background in mechanical maintenance and breakdown response.
• Experience with crane and rigger-related mechanical maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of shift fitters.
• Oversee mechanical maintenance of critical steel plant equipment.
• Plan and prepare maintenance work for upcoming shifts.
• Maintain records of equipment condition and repairs.

Skills

Mechanical fault-finding

Leadership and team supervision

Technical skills

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Education

Trade Test: Fitter & Turner

N3 or higher in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Heavy machinery

Cranes

Gearboxes

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Job description

Mechanical Supervisor (Fitter & Turner) – Cape Town.

An opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Supervisor is available for permanent employment based in Cape Town to manage and lead mechanical maintenance activities on shift.

This role is aimed at candidates coming from heavy industrial, steelmaking or similar environments such as ArcelorMittal, Scaw Metals, Cape Gate, Highveld Steel, or large continuous-process plants where mechanical reliability and safety are critical.

The Mechanical Supervisor will play a central role in ensuring plant availability through effective supervision of fitters, planned maintenance, safety compliance and equipment reliability.

Salary: Negotiable from ± R30 000 per month (Grade 5 MEIBC).

Duties and Responsibilities

Leadership & Supervision

• Lead, organise and control a team of shift fitters and mechanical artisans.
• Allocate daily tasks, monitor work quality and ensure the completion of repairs, installations and maintenance activities.
• Provide on-the-job technical guidance, coaching and hands‑on assistance when required.

Mechanical Maintenance & Repairs

• Oversee mechanical maintenance of critical steel plant equipment, including:
  • Cranes & hoisting equipment
  • Rigging systems
  • Furnaces & ladle equipment
  • Conveyors
  • Gearboxes, pumps & compressors
  • Hydraulics & pneumatics
• Ensure all breakdowns are attended to swiftly to minimise downtime.
• Conduct mechanical fault finding and ensure quality workmanship on repairs.

Planning & Scheduling

• Plan and prepare maintenance work for upcoming shifts.
• Ensure availability of tools, spares and materials before work begins.
• Coordinate planned shutdowns and maintenance intervals in line with production requirements.
• Prioritise tasks based on safety, urgency and production impact.

Equipment Condition Monitoring

• Maintain accurate records of equipment condition, repairs, inspections and service intervals.
• Monitor critical assets and identify potential failures early.
• Conduct inspections on cranes, rigging equipment and lifting machinery—reporting defects immediately.

Safety, Compliance & MEIBC Practices

• Enforce strict adherence to OHS Act, safe working procedures and plant safety rules.
• Ensure lock‑out, permit‑to‑work and risk assessments are completed correctly.
• Promote a safety‑driven culture among artisans.
• Ensure compliance with MEIBC Grade 5 standards, shift patterns, and labour guidelines.

Communication & Reporting

• Communicate repair progress, breakdown status and maintenance priorities to production and senior maintenance staff.
• Complete detailed shift reports and handovers.
• Participate in morning meetings, toolbox talks and safety briefings.

Requirements

• Min 5 years’ mechanical exp in the steel industry (melt shop, furnaces, rolling mills, heavy machinery, cranes, rigging equipment).
• Proven experience supervising artisans in a high-risk, high-temperature and continuous-production environment.
• Strong background in mechanical maintenance, breakdown response, fault-finding and heavy industrial equipment repairs.
• Trade Test: Fitter & Turner (essential)
• Exp. with crane and rigger-related mechanical maintenance (essential)
• N3 or higher in Mechanical Engineering (advantageous)
• Strong understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, gearboxes and heavy rotating equipment.
• Must be ready and willing to relocate to Cape Town.
• Valid driver’s licence and clear references.
• Working knowledge of MEIBC Grade 5 requirements and labour relations (advantageous).

Core Competencies

• Strong leadership and team supervision skills
• Excellent mechanical fault-finding ability
• Hands‑on practical technical skills
• High attention to detail and discipline
• Ability to work under pressure in a continuous‑production environment
• Strong understanding of heavy mechanical equipment
• Safety‑focused mindset and compliance‑driven behaviour

Package & Remuneration

• Neg from R30 000 per month (Mechanical Grade 5 – MEIBC)
• Relocation assistance to Cape Town
• Accommodation support provided for transition period
• Medical aid & provident fund included
• Long‑term growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding steelmaking operation