Maintenance Fitter

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose the root cause of equipment failures and implement corrective actions swiftly.
• Minimize downtime by quickly addressing faults, defects, and failures.
• Ensure equipment operates optimally through the application of relevant technical and engineering practices.
• Collaborate with Production to identify and resolve potential issues proactively.
• Provide regular reports to the Toolroom Foreman, documenting repairs, downtime, and maintenance activities.

• Perform initial inspections for all process changes to assess equipment condition.
• Conduct routine inspections to detect potential failures or excessive wear, and perform necessary maintenance.
• Periodically inspect manufactured products to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Work with Supervisors and Production to schedule preventative maintenance.
• Ensure parts are available for maintenance routines and report any unusual conditions.

• Assist in training apprentices to ensure they gain the necessary skills for maintenance and repair work.
• Prepare machines and equipment for apprentice training sessions.

• Operate in compliance with all relevant regulations and procedures to maintain the integrity of the maintenance process.
• Report any risks or concerns to management within your area of responsibility.
• Promote compliance with procedures to minimize wasteful and irregular expenditure.

• Contribute to the efficient use of financial and other resources.
• Minimize expenditure and report any deviations from budgetary limits.

• Maintain effective relationships with employees and customers to ensure high-quality service.
• Demonstrate problem-solving skills while adhering to company values and standards.

Job Specifications

• Minimum:
  • Grade 12 Certificate (NQF 4)
  • Trade Test: Fitter / Fitter and Turner (NQF 5)

• Minimum:
  • Up to 3 years’ technical and mechanical maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Computer Literacy (Basic MS Office; SAP, ERP Systems, and job-specific software systems).
• Knowledge of relevant maintenance practices, designs, methodologies, and SOPs.
• Understanding of housekeeping and safety principles.