Fitter

Recruiter

Staff Solutions Recruitment

Job Ref

CPT000393/HG

Date posted

Thursday, July 2, 2026

Location

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Salary

Monthly

SUMMARY

NEW VACANCY !!

Our Client in the Automotive/Manufacturing industry, has a new vacancy for a Fitter based in Port Elizabeth/Gqeberha.

POSITION INFO

Minimum Requirements Qualified Fitter (Trade Tested) Minimum of 5 years' post-trade experience Proven experience in a manufacturing or maintenance environment Experience with steel fabrication, including interpreting and working from technical drawings Arc welding experience Hydraulic systems experience, with the ability to read and interpret hydraulic drawings Injection moulding experience will be advantageous Valid driver's licence and own reliable transport will be advantageous Skills & Competencies Strong mechanical maintenance and fault-finding skills Ability to read and interpret engineering and fabrication drawings Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities High attention to detail and commitment to quality Ability to work independently as well as part of a team Results-driven with a proactive approach to work Reliable, accountable, and dependable Strong communication and organisational skills Key Performance Areas Perform preventative and planned maintenance on production equipment Attend to mechanical breakdowns and carry out repairs to minimise downtime Inspect, maintain, and service production support equipment Carry out steel fabrication work according to engineering drawings and specifications Install and maintain PVC piping systems Diagnose and resolve mechanical and hydraulic faults Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety standards and company procedures Complete maintenance documentation and reports accurately Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and production efficiency