Precision Fitting & Assembly Assistant – Aluminium

Vulcan Recruit; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 73,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Vulcan Recruit is seeking an Engineering Fitting & Assembly Assistant for our Strand / Helderberg workshop in the Western Cape. The role focuses on fitting, assembly and finishing of precision-machined aluminium parts, with emphasis on care to avoid damage during assembly.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in engineering or manufacturing workshops, is practical, detail-oriented and able to work well in a team environment. No highly qualified fitter requirement is needed.

Qualifications

• Basic hands-on fitting and assembly experience.
• Comfortable using hand and engineering tools.
• Understanding of threads, tapping, bolts and fasteners.
• Experience with Helicoils would be advantageous.
• Experience working with aluminium components would be advantageous.
• Good practical and mechanical ability; reliable and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Install Helicoils into aluminium components.
• Correctly tap holes before Helicoil installation.
• Check that Helicoils and threads are installed correctly.
• Fit bolts and ensure threads engage and function properly.
• Carry out basic fitting and assembly of aluminium components.
• Use basic hand and engineering tools correctly and safely.
• Deburr and finish components where required.
• Clean components before and after assembly.
• Ensure finished parts are neat, clean and presentable.
• Handle precision-machined components carefully to prevent damage.
• Identify and report damaged or incorrectly fitted components.
• Assist with general fitting and finishing duties within the workshop.
• Maintain a clean and organised workstation.
• Follow workshop quality and health & safety procedures.

Skills

Fitting

Assembly

Hand tools

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

Vulcan Recruit is seeking an Engineering Fitting & Assembly Assistant for our Strand / Helderberg workshop in the Western Cape. The role focuses on fitting, assembly and finishing of precision-machined aluminium parts, with emphasis on care to avoid damage during assembly.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in engineering or manufacturing workshops, is practical, detail-oriented and able to work well in a team environment. No highly qualified fitter requirement is needed.