Mechanical Technician (Fitter/Fitter Machinist)

Job Title: Mechanical Technician (Fitter/Fitter Machinist)

Job Level: Senior

Job Type: Permanent

Job Location: Undisclosed

Salary: Undisclosed basic salary (Per Month)

Job Description:

INTRODUCTION

Our client is looking for an energetic MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN (Fitter / Fitter Machinist) to provide technical services through plant and machinery installation, maintenance, repair, and technical support to their customers.

This is a senior position, and the successful incumbent will be supervising and leading a maintenance team locally, and on occasional nationally and internationally.

Desired Experience & Qualification:

• N3 Mechanical Engineering Certificate, Fitting, Engineering Drawing, and Mechano-technology.
• Engineering Trade Centre Certificate – Fitter Machinist/Turner
• Minimum 3 years work experience post completion of apprenticeship/learnership training
• Record of completion of said apprenticeship/learnership
• Valid Motor vehicle driving license, Minimum code 8
• Occupational Health fitness
• Police Clearance Certificate (PPC) without record that prevents access to customer site
• Willing to travel nationally and internationally
• Willingness to be available to attend to job emergency call outs outside normal working hours.

Technical Skills:

• Computer Literacy
• Job planning and report writing
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical engineering drawings, manuals, and instructions
• Proficient in using precision measuring instruments
• Ability to assess and report on the condition of machinery components & plant instructions
• Proficiency in operating a wide range of machine shop equipment including, but not limited to hand tools, power tools, alignment, and other fitting specific tooling.
• Experience in implementing Health, Safety, and Environmental standards and procedures.

Key Performance Areas and Responsibilities:

• Identify health and safety hazards and assess risks in the workplace.
• Implement workplace procedures in accordance with Health and Safety requirements at customer sites.
• Implement stipulated quality assurance, control standards, and procedures.
• Plan and execute small plant installation, maintenance, and shutdown work projects.
• Determine spare parts, tools, and equipment required for a job.
• Carry out planned maintenance work in accordance with given schedules and standards.
• Fault find and repair machinery.
• Inspect, audit, and report on the condition of plant and machinery.
• Manufacture machine components in the machine shop in accordance with drawing specifications.
• Control costs through improvement in usage of materials, time, and manpower.
• Develop subordinate and junior staff members through coaching and mentorship.
• Provide regular updates on job progress.

Please include MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN in the subject line of your email and include a copy of your pay slip.

Email: marchel.grant@kempston.co.za

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