Process Fitter

AVI Limited; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

National Brands Limited Isando is seeking a Process Fitter to ensure planned and preventive maintenance, as well as breakdown repairs on plant equipment, are carried out efficiently. The role supports a legacy in South Africa’s biscuit tradition, ensuring safety and quality in daily operations.

The successful candidate will have at least 3 years of FMCG maintenance experience, pneumatics knowledge, and hands-on skills with conveyance, moulding, forming equipment and gas-fired ovens.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in processing plant machinery in an FMCG or manufacturing facility.
• FMCG Plant Maintenance experience is essential.
• Experienced and knowledgeable with pneumatics.
• Working experience in conveyance systems.
• Working experience in moulding and forming equipment.
• Experience with gas-fired ovens is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carry out breakdown repair work on all plant and equipment.
• Carry out planned and preventative maintenance schedules.
• Perform planned shutdown work on plant and ancillary equipment.
• Contribute to the scope of work for planned maintenance activities.
• Identify potential reliability issues and take corrective actions.

Skills

Fault finding

Welding

Turn/Fabrication

Shift work

Education

Trade-tested Fitter

N4 Technical Qualification (Mechanical)

Tools

Pneumatics

Conveyance systems

Moulding & forming equipment

Gas-fired ovens

Job description

Join National Brands Limited (NBL) and be part of a legacy that has shaped South Africa’s biscuit tradition for over 170 years. With two iconic factories in Isando and Westmead, we produce beloved brands like Bakers Tennis®, Blue Label Marie®, and Choice Assorted®; creating moments of joy for generations of South Africans. At NBL, you’ll work in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment where innovation, quality, and teamwork thrive.

Why Join National Brands Limited (NBL)?

• Make an Impact: Contribute to producing South Africa’s favourite biscuit brands, influencing daily life.
• Innovative Growth: Be part of a forward-thinking environment that encourages product and process improvement.
• Career Development: Access a range of roles and growth opportunities at one of NBL’s 5 world-class facilities.
• Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive, team-driven environment where your contributions matter.

An exciting opportunity exists for a Process Fitter at NATIONAL BRANDS LIMITED Isando, Biscuits. The purpose of the role is to ensure that planned and preventative maintenance and breakdown repair work on plant equipment will be carried out.

Line Manager: Process Foreman

Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

Health and Safety

• Continuously adhere to and engage in safe working practices.
• Adhere to the company safety policy.
• Adhere to the company's food safety policies.

Maintenance

• Carry out breakdown repair work on all plant and equipment.
• Carry out planned and preventative maintenance schedules as required on equipment within the area of responsibility.
• Perform planned shutdown work on plant and ancillary equipment.
• Contribute to the scope of work for planned maintenance activities.
• Identify potential reliability issues, and poor engineering practices, and take appropriate actions to rectify such deviations

Problem-solving

• Contribute to investigating and completing root cause & failure analysis on protracted/recurrent breakdowns & failures.
• Provide expert advice and guidance on problem-solving techniques to fellow workers.
• Adhere to the company’s escalation policy and procedure.

Reporting

• Record all maintenance data (downtime, spares, and improvement recommendations) on Shopware CMMS.
• Complete checklists and take appropriate follow-up measures
• Provide performance feedback through shift or task handovers as well as team meeting platforms

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:

• Have at least 3 years of experience in processing plant machinery in an FMCG or manufacturing facility.
• FMCG Plant Maintenance experience is essential.
• Experienced and knowledgeable with pneumatics.
• Working experience in conveyance systems.
• Working experience in moulding and forming equipment.
• Experienced working on gas-fired ovens will be an added advantage

Qualifications:

• Trade-tested Fitter at an accredited training facility
• Minimum of N4 Technical Qualification with Mechanical Trade Theory

Additional Requirements/Competencies:

• Must be able to work shifts
• Welding, basic turning/fabrication knowledge
• Good fault-finding abilities
• Computer literacy – Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook (e-mail)
• Knowledgeable in QMS, HACCP, and GMPs is an advantage
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Regulations

Take the Next Step with NBL

Join our team, make a real impact, and contribute to the success of South Africa’s favourite biscuit brands.