Fitter

**Fitter** required for a reputable manufacturing company based in **Stutterheim, Eastern Cape**

**Requirements**:

- Matric / NTC 3.
- Completed trade test as Fitter and Turner with Red Seal certificate OR
- Relevant equal skill and experience if not trade tested.
- Strong experience in the servicing and installation of:

- Hydraulic and pneumatic equipment;
- Conveyors;
- Gear boxes; and
- Belt and chain drives.
- Experience in below equipment would be advantageous:

- Frame saws, bandsaws and associated equipment;
- Drum chippers;
- Debarkers;
- Proven experience as a welder.
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Medically fit with sober habits.
- Code EB license with own transport.
- Willing to work irregular hours and perform standby duties.
- Regularly working overtime, especially on weekends.

**Responsibilities**:

- Perform cost-effective mechanical maintenance and repairs on all plant and ancillary equipment in the department.
- Cost-effective installation of new plant and machinery.
- Recording of all work performed on plant and ancillary equipment on a job card.
- Maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of all mechanical plant and ancillary equipment on site.
- Maintain a high level of housekeeping and total compliance with safety standards within his work area.
- Performing of overtime work and standby duties as and when required.
- Assisting with on the job training of apprentices and semi-skilled artisans working in the engineering division.
- Requisitioning of spares and materials.
- Assist in the formulation and implementation of a planned maintenance program