FITTER & TURNER - PROJECTS DEPARTMENT | 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract | Bellville, Cape Town

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Our client is an established manufacturing company based in Cape Town's Northern Suburbs, specialising in the production of precision-engineered mechanical components and equipment for local and international markets.

The company is seeking two qualified and experienced Fitters & Turners to join its Projects Department on a six-month fixed-term contract.

The successful candidates will be involved in mechanical fitting, fabrication, fault-finding, and the building and commissioning of machinery and new production lines within a technical manufacturing environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carry out mechanical fitting, assembly and installation of machinery and equipment.
• Assist with the construction, installation and commissioning of new production lines and project-related equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical faults, investigate machine stoppages and implement effective solutions.
• Perform repairs, replacements and adjustments to mechanical components and machinery.
• Work with bearings, shafts, gearboxes and other mechanical drive components.
• Assist with fabrication, modifications and improvements to existing equipment.
• Apply sound mechanical knowledge to resolve technical and operational challenges.
• Support preventative maintenance activities where required.
• Ensure work is completed safely, accurately and in accordance with project requirements.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12 / Matric.
• Recognised Fitter & Turner Trade Test Certificate.
• Minimum 2 years' post-trade experience as a qualified Fitter & Turner, preferably within a steel or technical manufacturing environment.
• Proven hands-on mechanical fitting and fault-finding experience in an industrial production environment.
• Own reliable transport.
• Willingness to work overtime, attend call-outs and perform standby duties when required.
• Physically fit and comfortable working in a busy, noisy manufacturing environment.

TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Mechanical fitting: Bearings, shafts, gearboxes and mechanical assemblies.
• Hydraulics and pneumatics: Understanding of system components, operation and fault-finding.
• Machinery maintenance: Diagnosis and repair of mechanical breakdowns in a production environment.
• Fabrication and assembly: Mechanical modifications, installations and project work.
• Lubrication systems: Proper lubrication practices and mechanical maintenance.
• Water systems and cooling towers: Relevant mechanical maintenance knowledge.
• Experience in milling, turning and welding will be advantageous.

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

• Contract: 6-month fixed-term contract.
• Working Hours: 40 hours per week, normally 07:30–16:00.
• Overtime: As required, depending on project demands. Regular overtime is not guaranteed.
• Payment: Monthly.
• Benefits: MIBFA Provident Fund. No employer medical aid benefit.
• Remuneration: Market-related hourly rate, based on qualifications and relevant experience.

Important

Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a practical, on-site technical assessment of approximately 2–3 hours as part of the selection process.

HOW TO APPLY

Suitably qualified candidates are invited to submit their updated CV and a copy of their Fitter & Turner Trade Test Certificate to: Task Foundry Solutions | Email: ***email_hidden***

Please ensure your CV clearly reflects your post-trade experience, technical skills and exposure to machinery within a manufacturing environment.

If you have not received feedback within 15 working days of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.