Qualified Mechanical Fitter

SA Metal; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

SA Metal in Gauteng invites a qualified Mechanical Fitter to join our engineering team. The role reports to the Engineering Manager and focuses on hydraulic and mechanical fault finding, maintenance, and preventive care of our stationary and mobile machinery.

The candidate must hold a Red Seal Fitter Qualification, have at least five years post-qualification experience on earthmoving equipment, conveyors, and related systems, and be able to work under pressure and in challenging conditions.

Qualifications

• Red Seal Fitter qualification required.
• Minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience.
• Experience on stationery and earth moving machinery.

Responsibilities

• Hydraulic and mechanical fault finding on equipment.
• Remove and replace major components on mobile equipment (e.g. hydraulic valves, grabs, hydraulic cylinders, alternators, starter motors).
• Replace defective/leaking hydraulic hoses, fittings and seals on mobile and stationary machines.
• Replace blades and check blade clearance on Mobile Shear machines.
• Record and control stock levels of oils, hydraulic fittings, cylinders, hoses and spares.
• Greasing and topping up oils on all machines.
• Carry out routine inspections on machines.
• Quality control.
• Troubleshooting machine breakdowns.
• Do planned and unplanned maintenance on machines.
• Must have trackless, skid steer, excavators and forklifts experience.

Skills

Fault finding (hydraulic and mechanic)

Maintenance on mobile machinery

Teamwork under pressure

Ability to work independently

Communication across levels

Education

Red Seal Fitter Qualification

Job description

The Engineering Department in Gauteng has a vacancy for a hardworking, dedicated Qualified Mechanical Fitter to join their team. Our comprehensive in-house technical facilities, staffed by qualified Engineers and Artisans, are responsible for our machines and equipment. The successful candidate will report to the Engineering Manager.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Hydraulic and mechanical fault finding on equipment.

• Remove and replace major components on mobile equipment.
  (e.g. Hydraulic valves, grabs, hydraulic cylinders, alternators, starter motors)

• Replace defective/ leaking hydraulic hoses, fittings and seals on mobile and stationary machines.

• Replace blades and regularly check blade clearance on Mobile Shear machines.

• Record and control stock levels of oils, hydraulic fittings, hydraulic cylinders, hydraulic pipes and spares that he uses frequently.

• Greasing and topping up oils on all machines.

• Carry out routine inspections on machines.

• Quality control

• Troubleshooting machines breakdowns

• Do planned and unplanned maintenance on machines

• Must have trackless experience, skid steer, excavators and forklifts.

QUALIFYING EXPERIENCE

• A Red Seal Fitter Qualification

• Minimum of 5 years post qualification working experience

• Experience on stationery and earth moving machinery

• Ability to work in challenging conditions

• Ability to work under pressure

• Ability to communicate on all levels

• Be deadline driven

• Ability to work independently and in a team

• Have a valid code 8 driver’s license and own reliable motor vehicle

QUALIFYING ATTRIBUTES

• Must be able to work with minimum supervision

• Basic computer proficiency

• Enjoy practical and manual work & be able to work in a pressurized environment

• Ability to work independently as well as in a team

• Self-motivated and results orientated

• Good communication skills

• Must have sober habits

• Attention to detail

• Willingness to work overtime when required

• Must be a team player

• Sound understanding of an array of tools and technical equipment

We regret that it is not possible to contact all unsuccessful applicants. Applicants who have not been contacted within fourteen (14) days from the date of their submission should consider their application unsuccessful.

Please note that the successful candidate will receive a formal, written offer of employment after all applicable pre-employment checks have been completed. This offer will only be valid if it is signed by a company representative authorized to make such an offer. Representations made on behalf of the company in any other form do not constitute valid offers of employment and should not be construed as such.