Maintenance Fitter

1 week ago

Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa ExecutivePlacements Full time R334 000 - R400 000 per year

Recruiter:
West Coast Personnel

Job Ref:
CPT000405/SM

Date posted:
Sunday, November 23, 2025

Location:
Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Salary:
R334k Annually

SUMMARY:
My client a manufacturing operation is looking for a hands-on, technically savvy
Maintenance Fitter
to join their Port Elizabeth team. This role reports directly to the Toolroom Foreman and plays a critical part in ensuring optimal functioning of equipment through proactive maintenance, prompt repairs, and adherence to quality and safety standards.

POSITION INFO:
If you're a problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment and isn't afraid to get your hands dirty, we want to hear from you. To carry out mechanical inspections, perform repairs and ongoing maintenance of equipment and infrastructure - minimizing downtime and ensuring seamless production support.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct root cause analysis on breakdowns and execute speedy repairs.
  • Minimize downtime and equipment damage by acting fast and efficiently.
  • Work closely with Production to proactively identify issues before they escalate.
  • Provide reports on all repair and support activities.
  • Conduct "first-off" inspections and scheduled preventative maintenance.
  • Liaise with production to schedule downtime for preventative work.
  • Submit feedback and escalate irregularities to the Toolroom Foreman.
  • Assist in training Apprentices.
  • Prepare training machines and provide on-the-job technical guidance.
  • Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
  • Monitor resource usage and limit unnecessary expenditure.
  • Report risks, irregularities, and deviations to management.
  • Build strong internal relationships and provide excellent support to operations.
  • Act with integrity, professionalism, and a problem-solving attitude.
  • Embody the company's core values: Integrity, Respect, Accountability, and Passion in all daily tasks and interactions.
  • Swing shift and maintenance is required to work every Sunday.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Proof Matric Certificate
  • Proof Trade Tested Fitter / Fitter and Turner (NQF 5)
  • Up to 3 years' experience in a manufacturing maintenance environment
  • Proficient in basic MS Office; exposure to SAP, ERP, or other maintenance-related systems
  • Solid understanding of mechanical maintenance practices and SOPs
  • Strong awareness of safety and housekeeping standards

Behavioural Competencies:

  • Technically minded with solid fault-finding skills
  • Action-oriented and proactive
  • Resilient under pressure
  • Effective communicator (written and verbal)
  • Organised, flexible, and customer-focused

To Apply:
Please submit your detailed CV, qualifications & head & shoulders photo.

If you do not receive feedback within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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