Supervisor : Mechanical Fitter

SA Metal Group (Pty) Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading metal processing company in Cape Town is seeking a Mechanical Fitter Supervisor. The role includes overseeing maintenance procedures, providing hands-on support during breakdowns, and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates need Red Seal certification and at least 8 years of experience in a leadership role within a heavy industry environment. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years’ experience as a Qualified Fitter in a heavy industry environment.
• Proven experience in a leadership role.
• Able to work at heights and in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Support management in maintenance and safety compliance.
• Provide technical support during machinery breakdowns.
• Conduct quality control checks on inspections.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical approach to troubleshooting

Excellent communication skills

Leadership ability

Physical fitness

Education

Qualified Fitter Artisan (Red Seal certification)

Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent

Tools

MS Excel

MS Outlook

MS Word

Power tools

Job description

Overview

The Fitters department currently has a vacancy for a Mechanical Fitter Supervisor to join the team. Duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

Responsibilities

• Responsible for supporting the Manager to drive routine planned and preventative maintenance procedures and protocols
• Using computerized maintenance management system to plan, track and record daily tasks as well as raising new work requests
• Ability to provide technical and hands-on support to team during critical breakdowns as and when required on all Production machinery
• Monitor quality and efficiency of teams work programs and report any issues or possible improvements
• Support Management in ensuring compliance of timekeeping, productive output, quality output and discipline within the Fitters department
• Conducting regular quality control checks of inspections undertaken by fitters personnel across all production machinery
• Liaise and coordinate with internal departments on machine availability and progress of jobs
• Managing the servicing of any mechanical components
• Assist the Manager with liaising with suitable Contractors, suppliers and sourcing quality parts and spares
• Assist the Manager with ensuring compliance to legal requirements, Health & Safety rules, and Company policies and procedures.
• Ensure that a high quality of work and safety standards are maintained at all times
• Promote Compliance and adherence to the Company in-house maintenance program and procedures including managing manpower utilization
• Support the Teams by offering Technical training and on the job guidance and mentoring
• Any other tasks, as agreed with Management, suited to this level of leadership

Qualifications

• Qualified Fitter Artisan (Red Seal certification)
• Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent
• Minimum 8 years’ experience as a Qualified Fitter in a heavy industry environment
• Proven Experience in a leadership role or position
• Must be physically fit and able to work at heights
• Must be able to work in confined spaces
• Valid driver’s license
• Extensive knowledge of power tools
• Knowledge and adherence to Occupational Health and Safety Rules and regulations
• Ability to work under challenging conditions
• Excellent communication skills (understand, read and write in English)
• Computer Literate – Proficient with MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Word

Qualifying Attributes

• Attention to detail and an analytical approach to troubleshooting
• Ability to prioritise workload and perform effectively in a pressurized environment
• Ability to maintain professional working relations with diverse personalities
• Hard-working and self-motivated
• Time and priority management
• Logical and detail orientated
• Excellent standards of execution
• Clear leadership ability
• Critical thinking and conflict resolution potential
• Commitment to a strong business ethic and integrity
• Excellent planning, organisational, and decision-making skills