Fitter -Coil Processing – Pietermaritzburg

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced employees to fill the above vacancy in the Coil Processing.

The core responsibilities of the position include:

• Mechanical repair
• Systematic Faultfinding
• Planned maintenance work
• Identifying maintenance related tasks
• Problem solving and solution implementation
• Support planning system and work shift if necessary.
• Ensuring good SHE and BBS practices and housekeeping
• Technical report writing and administrative duties
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to improve Department effectiveness.
• Maintenance to all department chocks and roll grinders

The requirements for the position include:

• N4 or higher qualification
• Minimum 5 years’ experience
• A recognized apprenticeship and trade test
• Reading and understanding engineering, hydraulic and pneumatic drawings
• Carrying out systematic faultfinding on hydraulic, and all other mechanical equipment
• Good working knowledge of different types of pumps, bearings, gearboxes, lifting equipment, lubrication systems and their applications
• Apply structured problem solving techniques to find root causes
• Apply mechanical discipline with regard to Engineering and Operations requirements
• Knowledge of basic computer applications-BES and Maximo
• Preparedness to work overtime
• Self-confidence with excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to challenges is essential for this position.
• Preferably a candidate with experience in aluminum processing equipment.
• In-depth understanding of fitment ,measurements and care of all relevant bearings