Fitter, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic

Overview

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 time sheet and worksheet. 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. Requisition ing of spares and materials. Assist in the formulation and implementation of a planned maintenance program. Be able to record faults, add to planned work list and plan execution of work.

• Matric / NTC 3.
• Completed trade test as Fitter (and Turner, would be advantageous) with Red Seal
• Experience in the servicing and installation of:
• Hydraulic and pneumatic equipment;
• Conveyors;
• Gear boxes; and
• Belt and chain drives.

• Experienced in Sawmill related equipment, would be advantageous:
• Frame saws, bandsaws and associated equipment;
• Drum chippers;
• Debarkers;
• Planers
• Finger jointer machine
• Destacker
• Boilers
• Kilns

• Proven experience as a welder.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment. Sawmilling experience would be an advantage.
• Experience in machine setup.
• 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.
• Must be able to communicate in English (speak, read & write).
• Ability to communicate in Xhosa will be an added advantage