Fitter

Job Description:

• Perform mechanical maintenance, fault-finding, and repairs on plastic injection moulding machines and associated production equipment
• Diagnose mechanical breakdowns and implement effective solutions to minimise production downtime
• Carry out preventative and corrective maintenance on pumps, gearboxes, bearings, conveyors, and other industrial equipment
• Assist with machinery installations, equipment modifications, and commissioning
• Conduct routine inspections to identify wear, potential failures, and maintenance requirements
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability and performance
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete job cards
• Ensure compliance with plant safety procedures and housekeeping standards

• 6-10 years’ experience in mechanical maintenance within an industrial manufacturing environment
• Minimum 5 years’ experience working with plastic injection moulding machinery
• Strong mechanical fault-finding, repair, and troubleshooting skills
• Experience with preventative maintenance and industrial production equipment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a maintenance team
• Own reliable transport
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends when required

• Matric
• Trade Tested Fitter

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