CTS 19441 - Glass Cutter x 2 (Shopfitting) East Rand

19 hours ago

Randburg, South Africa Gauteng Full-time

Introduction

Employer Description

This is a shopfitting company that does retail projects.

Duties & Responsibilities

Job Description

  • Interpret shop drawings, design plans, and work orders to determine exact glass measurements, dimensions, and panel types.
  • Use precision measuring tools, manual glass cutters, or automated cutting machinery to mark and score glass sheets cleanly to size.
  • Execute clean breaks along score lines and safely trim off excess material.
  • Smooth, grind, polish, or bevel rough glass edges using grinding wheels, belt sanders, or edge-polishing equipment to make them safe for public displays.
  • Inspect raw glass sheets for defects, cracks, or imperfections prior to cutting to ensure high yield and minimize material waste.
  • Drill holes, cut notches, or shape rounded corners to accommodate hardware, hinges, lighting, or joinery fittings.
  • Work alongside joiners, metalworkers, and assemblers to fit glass elements securely into cabinet frames, showcases, or partition units.
  • Wear mandatory Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)—such as cut-proof gloves and eye protection—and carry out routine cleaning and maintenance on cutting wheels and tools.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Qualifications

Matric

Skills

  • Min 3 years’ experience
  • Proficiency with hand-held glass cutters
  • Mastery using tape measures, calipers, and framing squares
  • Hands-on experience operating machinery such as glass grinding wheels, belt sanders, wet polishers, and glass drilling equipment
  • Ability to interpret technical shop drawings, cutting lists, and architect specifications for custom display units
  • Understanding the cutting techniques, structural properties, and handling requirements for different glass types (e.g., float, laminated, mirror, annealed, and acrylics).

Package & Remuneration

Salary/Package

R10,000-R12,000 CTC PM