Qualified Hydraulic Fitter - Maintenance & Fault Finding

SA Metal Group (Pty) Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 350 000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Cape Town is seeking a Qualified Hydraulic Fitter to conduct mechanical inspections, perform maintenance on production machinery, and coach semi-skilled staff. Candidates must have Red Seal certification as a Fitter Artisan and at least 5 years of experience in a heavy industry. The role requires a strong hydraulic background and the ability to work at heights. This permanent position offers benefits such as provident fund, life cover, and paid leave days.

Benefits

Provident fund

Life cover

Funeral cover

15 x paid leave days per annum

Long service leave after five years of employment

Qualifications

• Qualified Fitter Artisan with Red Seal certification is required.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a heavy industry or similar environment.
• Must be able to work at heights and in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mechanical inspections on all production machinery.
• Perform planned and preventative maintenance.
• Attend breakdowns on all production machinery.
• Assemble and pressure test hydraulic cylinders.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Basic computer proficiency

Strong Hydraulic background

Education

Qualified Fitter Artisan (Red Seal certification)

Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent

Tools

Hydraulic systems

Mechanical inspection tools

Job description

A manufacturing company in Cape Town is seeking a Qualified Hydraulic Fitter to conduct mechanical inspections, perform maintenance on production machinery, and coach semi-skilled staff. Candidates must have Red Seal certification as a Fitter Artisan and at least 5 years of experience in a heavy industry. The role requires a strong hydraulic background and the ability to work at heights. This permanent position offers benefits such as provident fund, life cover, and paid leave days.