Senior Mechanical Fitter — Heavy Mining Equipment

Placements24; Vereeniging; Vor Ort; ZAR 550.000 - 850.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Performance bonuses

Provident fund

Medical aid

Advanced training

Stable employment

Exposure to machinery in Vereeniging

Annual leave and sick leave

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Fitter with a minimum of 7 years’ experience in heavy industrial or mining equipment. You will assemble, install, and repair complex machinery, read engineering drawings, and ensure strict safety standards.

The role offers room for growth and development within a stable company. Ideal candidates will demonstrate precision fitting, welding/fabrication skills, and strong troubleshooting abilities while working both independently

Qualifikationen

• Trade qualification as Mechanical Fitter or Millwright.
• Minimum 7 years' experience with heavy industrial equipment.
• Proficient in reading mechanical drawings and schematics.
• Experience with welding and fabrication.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Fit for demanding industrial tasks in Vereeniging.

Aufgaben

• Assemble, install, and maintain complex mechanical systems and heavy machinery according to blueprints and specifications.
• Perform precision fitting of components, ensuring tight tolerances and proper alignment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical failures, including worn or damaged parts, using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Operate machine shop equipment such as lathes, milling machines, and grinding machines as needed.
• Perform welding and fabrication tasks to repair or modify parts.
• Ensure all work performed adheres to strict safety regulations and company quality standards.
• Maintain detailed records of all maintenance and repair activities.
• Provide guidance and support to junior mechanical fitters and apprentices.

Kenntnisse

Precision fitting

Heavy equipment maintenance

Reading blueprints

Welding & fabrication

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Ausbildung

Trade qualification: Mechanical Fitter or Millwright

Tools

Manual machine shop tools

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Fitter with a minimum of 7 years’ experience in heavy industrial or mining equipment. You will assemble, install, and repair complex machinery, read engineering drawings, and ensure strict safety standards.

The role offers room for growth and development within a stable company. Ideal candidates will demonstrate precision fitting, welding/fabrication skills, and strong troubleshooting abilities while working both independently