Fitter and Turner

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**Vacancy**

**Artisan Fitter and Turner - Motors**

**Appointments will be made in line with the company's employment equity plan. People with Disability are encouraged to apply.**

Gibela’s journey is intrinsically tied to a vision of socio-economic transformation, one that recognises the central role of passenger rail in propelling the South African economy forward. As we embark on this mission, we stand at the crossroads of opportunities and progress, where the revitalisation of commuter rail serves as a cornerstone for building a brighter future.

Gibela stands as Africa’s largest train manufacturing and passenger trains maintenance company, holding steadfast to its commitment to spearheading the revival of the South African railway sector. With a transformative vision, Gibela endeavours to catalyse the shift towards commuter rail as the preferred mode of transport for urban communities.

Job Purpose

Key Responsibilities
- Using CNC Lathe to machine the rotor bars.
- Lamination stacking and hot product shrinking.
- Preparation (alignment / cleaning) and quenching.
- Machine brazing.
- Machine Balancing after rotor assembly.
- Repairing non-conformities (geometry, visual aspect in relation with the criteria) by following the prescribed repair specification.
- Perform self-assessment quality checks.
- Adhering to continuous improvement processes and teamwork.
- Adhere to and promote strict compliance with EHS rules, PPE, local regulation and AZDP.
- Ensure that the workstation is tidy with regular monitoring and cleaning of the equipment (5S).
- Detecting and anticipating simple manufacturing anomalies, as well as more complex defects.

Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 and or minimum N3 Certificate.
- Qualified Red Seal - Trade Tested Fitter and Turner is a must with 3 years’ experience in the relevant field.
- Proven experience working as a Turner (CNC lathe machining would be an advantage).
- Knowledge of fitting techniques, tools, principles and equipment selection.
- Conduct assembly operations according to detailed work instructions
- Ability to use the crane for assembly operations and move the product with pallet trucks.
- Ability to operate hand power tools, slings, drilling machines, grinders and other hand tools related to the job requirement.
- Versatility and the ability to assimilate different special and critical processes (torque tightening / brazing, balancing).
- Use of various inspection tools / verniers / dial indicators.
- Jig / fixture maintenance.
- Should be technically minded and practical.

Closing Date

11 September 202

Gibela Rail Transport Consortium (Pty) Ltd offers equal employment opportunity and subscribes to the Affirmative Action

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