Senior Artisan Boilermaker / Fitter (Manufacturing/Engineering/Mining) - Krugersdorp and 20 km [...]

Isilumko Staffing; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Assistant to the Spares Manager. This role requires technical expertise in engineering and manufacturing, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office. You will support the Spares Manager and oversee refurbishment and repair operations, ensuring efficient logistics and excellent communication skills. A bilingual candidate in English and Afrikaans is essential for drafting reports and technical documents.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Fluent in both English and Afrikaans.
• Strong technical writing skills for drafting reports.
• Engineering background to understand technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the Manager – Spares and Services.
• Oversee equipment refurbishments and repairs.
• Manage logistics with freight contractors.
• Synchronize collections and deliveries.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Word

Proficient in Excel

Proficient in Outlook

Fluent in English

Fluent in Afrikaans

Excellent writing skills

Solid engineering background

Education

Matric

Job description

Overview

The largest manufacturer of vibrating mineral processing is seeking an experienced artisan – preferably a Boilermaker or Fitter – who has transitioned from the workshop into an office-based role. Take up a role as Assistant to Spares Manager. As the Assistant Manager – Spares and Services, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting our Spares Manager and ensuring the smooth execution of refurbishment and repair operations. This is a hands-on, detail-driven position ideal for someone who’s evolved from the workshop floor into a dynamic office environment. You should bring a blend of hands-on technical expertise and administrative competence, with a proactive mindset and strong communication skills.

Key responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support to the Manager – Spares and Services
• Oversee and coordinate:
• Equipment refurbishments
• Vibrator motor repairs, enhancements, and variations
• Geared exciter repairs
• Motor drive assemblies
• Manage logistics: synchronize collections and deliveries with freight contractors
• Expedite production of all active manufactured spare components
• Offer technical support to internal sales personnel

Non-Negotiable

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Fluent in both English and Afrikaans
• Excellent writing skills and grammar – capable of drafting technical reports for clients
• Solid engineering and manufacturing background – must be able to read technical drawings and understand steel manufacturing processes
• Matric