SENIOR ARTISAN

ECN; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

ECN in South Africa seeks a Senior Artisan to support engineering and production through manufacture, modification, repair, and assembly of mechanical components and prototype equipment in a high-performance defence environment.

You will operate and maintain workshop machinery, read engineering drawings, and provide technical support to engineers during concept development and prototyping while ensuring safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in machining or mechanical workshop.
• Minimum 6 years' experience in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Fitter and Turner.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering and production through manufacture, modification, repair, and assembly of mechanical components.
• Operate workshop machinery and maintain tooling and equipment.
• Provide technical support to engineers during prototyping and rework.
• Set up tools and machine tools, read drawings, verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Maintain safe, clean work environment and uphold quality standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Reading drawings

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

N5 Mechanical Engineering

Trade Test: Fitter & Turner

Technical training in Fitting & Turning

Tools

Lathes

Milling machines

Grinders

Drills

Job description

Industry: Public Administration & Defence

Job category: Mechanical Engineering

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

About our company

dynamicdynateqcareers.ci.hr

Introduction

Our company, a proud leader in the defence industry, is seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Artisan to join our dynamic and innovative team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the manufacture and sustainment of advanced Remote Controlled Weapon System (RCWS) products while supporting engineering and production activities in a high-performance environment.The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring product quality, operational efficiency, and compliance with safety and production requirements, while actively contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The Senior Artisan is responsible for supporting engineering and production activities through the manufacture, modification, repair, and assembly of mechanical components and prototype equipment. The role further encompasses the operation, upkeep, and organisation of workshop machinery, tooling, and equipment, while providing a high level of technical support to engineers during concept development, prototyping, and mechanical rework activities.

Maintenance of Assembly Machines

• Ensure all machines in the mechanical workshop are maintained and in working order
• Ensure relevant measuring equipment is in place and that calibration is current
• Manage workload and planning within the mechanical workshop environment
• Conduct job analyses to determine maintenance and machining requirements
• Perform routine and preventative machine maintenance
• Ensure compliance with all applicable procedures and directives
• Uphold quality standards to achieve company compliance
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment at all times

Servicing and Monitoring of Equipment

• Assist in the building of prototypes
• Manufacture and rework parts in compliance with company objectives, policies, contract requirements, and client expectations
• Read and interpret designs, schematics, and CAD drawings
• Support the redline process on manufacturing drawings
• Report any irregularities, defects, and/or shortcomings to the Production Manager

Production Set-Up

• Operate machinery within the machine shop proficiently and safely
• Interpret, read, and understand mechanical drawings
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of trade-related tools and measuring equipment
• Calculate and verify dimensions, sizes, and tolerances of workpieces
• Operate machining equipment including lathes and milling machines
• Visualise and calculate metal shapes and tolerances
• Design jigs and templates as fabrication aids
• Measure and mark metal stock for machining
• Set up machine tools such as drills, lathes, grinders, and milling machines
• Cut and shape materials to specified dimensions
• File, grind, and shim metal components to ensure a smooth finish

Equipment and Tool Administration

• Accurately complete all relevant documentation applicable to the work environment
• Ensure the safekeeping, maintenance, and control of all tools and equipment
• Keep inventory logs updated and ensure equipment remains in the required condition
• Perform housekeeping within the designated work area
• Strictly adhere to prescribed working hours
• Grade 12 / Matric Certificate
• N5 Mechanical Engineering
• QualifiedFitter and Turner Artisanwith a recognised Trade Test certificate
• Valid technical training and apprenticeship in Fitting and Turning
• Minimum of5 years' post-qualification experience in a machining, toolroom, prototype, or mechanical workshop environment
• Minimum 6 years' experience in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum5 years' experienceas a Fitter and Turner
• In-depth knowledge of machine tools and their applications
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and design schematics
• Extensive experience with metalworking tools, including drills, milling machines, grinders, and lathes
• Ability to lift heavy objects and operate large machinery
• Experience with quality control analysis
• Excellent attention to detail
• Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skill