MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Completing a relevant apprenticeship program is required (Red Seal Certification).
• Proof of experience in trade of more than 10 years.
• Valid Code 08 Driver’s Licence.
• Must complete a mandatory competency assessment.

EXPERIENCE

• Proven 5 years of experience as a mechanical fitter.

DUTIES

• Constructing structural components from raw materials.
   • Using raw material to manufacture a component to be used in a mechanical system.
   • Experience in hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, gearboxes, chain drives and the alignment thereof.
   • Experience using various types of welding equipment and processes, e.g.: GTAW, SMAW, GMAW and gas welding and brazing is advantageous.

• Read Manufacturing & Assembly Drawings.
   • Obtain drawings from the Supervisor.
   • Read the measurements to plan the layout and procedure.
   • Must be able to interpret P&ID symbols from the drawings.
   • Ensure that all jobs are executed according to the drawings provided and in a timeous manner and of excellent quality.

• Assist with Planning, Scheduling & Monitoring of Work.
   • Ensure that all jobs are planned accurately and to specifications.
   • Ensure that all jobs are scheduled timeously.
   • Ensure that all mechanical equipment is in working order to perform the functions required.
   • Determine appropriate equipment or method based on requirements.

• Support-related manufacturing requirements.
   • Provide individual opinions on how to increase the quality of products that are being manufactured.

• Using welding equipment
   • Cutting of materials with powered saws to match measurements.
   • Operate angle grinders to prepare parts to be welded.
   • Align components using callipers, rulers, etc and clamping pieces of material.
   • Welding components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions.

• Inspecting mechanical components to ensure that they meet the highest standard of quality.
   • Ensure that the quality of the work is of the highest standard by the use of precision and measuring equipment to check for tolerances.

• Conduct diagnostic testing on malfunctioning systems and determine the root cause of the malfunction.
   • Inspect the mechanical system and consider all alternatives before diagnosing a problem.
   • Quality control of workmanship on completion of the job.
   • Test and inspect the mechanical systems after work completion.

• Replacing damaged or defective structural components.
   • Assess damaged components and manufacture and replace them where needed.

   • Have a good understanding of the use of precision measuring equipment.
   • Dial Test Indicator
   • Micrometer
   • Vernier
   • Inside and Outside Calipers
   • Feeler Gauges

HEALTH & SAFETY

• Continuously adhere to all health and safety policies, procedures and standards.
• Knowledge of relevant safety standards and willingness to wear the required PPE.

ASSIST WITH ADMINISTRATION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure that job sheets are filled in timeously and are not to be completed during working hours.
• Ensure that vehicle logbooks are completed accurately.
• Ensure that job sheets are accurate and a true reflection before invoicing.

HOUSEKEEPING

• Ensure that your workstation is always clean and presentable.

OTHER / BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCE

• Punctual
• Honest
• Safety Conscious
• Attention to detail
• Accurate
• Problem-solving
• Time management skills
• Dealing with pressure
• Conflict handling
• Communication skills
• Confidence
• Precision
• Excellence
• Tidiness
• Good personal appearance

Appointment/s will include the principles of Employment Equity.

Applicants who have not been contacted after 21 days should accept that their applications have been unsuccessful.