Fitter x6

Tongaat Hulett

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

  • Conduct daily routine maintenance inspections and equipment walkabouts, identifying and reporting on the condition of mechanical equipment.
  • Perform effective repairs and maintenance on mechanical equipment, including conveyors, gearboxes, pumps, valves, piping and tanks.
  • Overhaul and maintain spare equipment to the required original standards and specifications.
  • Ensure scheduled maintenance activities and inspections are completed within the required timelines and in accordance with approved work orders.
  • Ensure accurate and effective compliance with SAP maintenance processes, including the updating and closing of relevant work orders.
  • Perform standby duties and respond to equipment breakdowns within acceptable response times.
  • Work unplanned overtime when required to support operational requirements and plant reliability.
  • Ensure all maintenance activities are completed to a high standard, with a strong focus on quality workmanship.
  • Identify potential equipment failures and proactively address maintenance requirements to minimise downtime and improve plant reliability.

Qualifications, Experience And Personal Qualities

  • Matric Certificate and Recognised Mechanical Trade Test.
  • Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience within the sugar industry will be an added advantage.
  • Centrifugal and positive displacement (PD) pumps.
  • Screw and belt conveyors.
  • Centrifugal machines.
  • Steam and power generation equipment.
  • Pressure vessels.

PERSONAL QUALITIES AND COMPETENCIES

  • Proactive, energetic and highly focused on execution and achieving results.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude with excellent attention to detail.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
  • Strong commitment to safety and compliance.
  • Good problem-solving and fault-finding abilities.
  • Ability to work under pressure and respond effectively to breakdowns and operational demands.