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We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.\nWe’re on the lookout for a Fitter to perform maintenance and repairs on machinery and equipment to ensure optimum plant availability.\nAs a Fitter you will be responsible for:\nMaintenance, overhaul and repair of machinery and equipment\nFit, assemble, grind and shape metal parts and sub-assemblies to maintain production machines and other equipment \nScope and plan work orders as required\nComplete works orders\nAdhere to all Engineering and Safety standards\nPerform fault finding on equipment and participate in RCA's\nPerform daily and weekly route and plant inspections; and report all defects\nMaintain a high level of housekeeping\nWhat are we looking for?\nMatric plus full N2 Mechanical Engineering Certificate (All 4 full subjects completed)\nN3 Mechanical Engineering would be an advantage\nRecognised Fitter Trade Test Certificate\nSappi Internal Artisan Development Program or Apprenticeship would be an advantage\n2 years post-apprenticeship experience in a heavy engineering/industrial environment\nValid driver’s licence would be an advantage\nRotable overhaul experience would be an advantage\nRoll Fitting experience would be an advantage\nSAP experience in a manufacturing industry would be an advantage\nExcellent fault-finding and troubleshooting abilities\nThe ability to work under pressure while following all procedures and standards\nMust be able to perform standby duties, and at times required to work overtime at short notice\nWe are hiring!\nAt Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. 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