Mechanical Technician

2 weeks ago

Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Fives Services Southern Africa (PTY) Ltd Full time

Fives Services Mzansi is searching for fresh talent to join our engineering team in Richards Bay, KZN, South Africa.

Our crew consists of skilled experts who are top-notch in the industry.

At Fives, as part of a people-centric organization, you will be immersed in a culture that promotes new ideas and suggestions.

We emphasize teamwork, integrity, quality, innovation, and active engagement. We firmly believe that people are the heart of every business. We offer valuable work exposure, growth opportunities, and a cooperative atmosphere.

If Fives Services Mzansi resonates with you, come on board - your contribution can make a difference.

Mechanical Technician Position Summary:

The Mechanical Technician undertakes a supportive role in the Engineering team, focusing on new projects, equipment upgrades, technical services, and major equipment repairs for the South32 Aluminium smelters.

Responsibilities include understanding, analyzing, and enhancing existing equipment, designing new mechanical systems primarily used in the aluminum smelter sector. Drafting, modeling, strength calculations, and other related tasks are integral to this role.

This position also involves supporting the manufacturing department with material bills, work scopes, and guiding the quality department. Additionally, the role requires managing communication between Fives ECL/Solios engineering department and the local engineering sector, offering engineering support across various departments, and conducting on-site visits.

  • Design in 2D
  • Modeling in 3D
  • Drawings creation and modification as needed
  • Technical standards establishment and maintenance
  • Engineering processes adherence and procedure maintenance
  • Site visits, equipment inspections, and report preparation
  • Technical assistance/audits at client sites
  • QCP's preparation in collaboration with QA/QC
  • Participation in NCR meetings on behalf of the Engineering department
  • Technical input provision for Projects, Spare Parts, and Repairables
  • BOM's loading, modification, analysis, and revision
  • Data extraction from SAP and other databases
  • Production support activities
  • Compliance with legal and company-specific HSEQ requirements
  • Quality and safety consideration in all tasks
  • Reporting of any quality-related issues or incidents

Problem Solving:

Address and solve mechanical issues on equipment

Deliver high-quality work

Meet project milestones and deadlines

Identify material/process mismatches and select appropriate methods

Resolve drawing-related problems

Work meticulously and accurately

Qualifications:

Matric

Mechanical Engineering Qualification

Project management skills are beneficial

Welding Inspector qualification is advantageous

Relevant Experience:

Computer Literacy: Word, Excel, Microsoft Project, and SAP proficiency is advantageous

Aluminium smelter equipment experience is valuable

Project execution experience is beneficial

Solios/ECL equipment knowledge is advantageous

  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in mechanical engineering

Over 2 years' experience in a senior role

CAD software/Autodesk Inventor experience is preferred

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