Senior Mechanical Fitter & Turner - Precision Machining Pro

Placements24; Soweto; Sur place; ZAR 420 000 - 540 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Overtime opportunities

Tools provided

Safe workshop environment

Skill development

Career stability

Bonus potential

Résumé du poste

WhatJobs Direct in Soweto, Gauteng, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Fitter & Turner for hands-on workshop work. You will interpret drawings, operate lathes, mills and grinders, and perform precise fitting to build, repair, and assemble machinery.

The role requires a trade qualification and at least 7 years of experience, with strong reading of drawings and high attention to detail. On-site work in Soweto with opportunities for skill development and career growth.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as a Mechanical Fitter and Turner (e.g., Red Seal) is required.
• Minimum of 7 years proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter and Turner.
• Proficiency with manual lathes, milling machines and grinders.

Responsabilités

• Operate machine tools (lathes, mills, grinders, drill presses) to produce precision metal parts.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics and specs.
• Fit and assemble mechanical components per specifications.
• Measure, mark and scribe metal stock for machining and fabrication.
• Perform repairs and modifications on existing equipment.
• Use precision measuring instruments to ensure accuracy.
• Select materials, tools and techniques for tasks.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues during fabrication and assembly.
• Adhere to safety regulations and keep a clean workshop.
• Collaborate with engineers to meet project requirements.

Connaissances

Reading drawings

Machining skills

Measurement & inspection

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Formation

Trade qualification: Mechanical Fitter & Turner

Outils

Manual lathe

Milling machine

Grinder

Calipers & micrometers

Description du poste

WhatJobs Direct in Soweto, Gauteng, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Fitter & Turner for hands-on workshop work. You will interpret drawings, operate lathes, mills and grinders, and perform precise fitting to build, repair, and assemble machinery.

The role requires a trade qualification and at least 7 years of experience, with strong reading of drawings and high attention to detail. On-site work in Soweto with opportunities for skill development and career growth.