CHIEF ARTISAN INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERT HAY LEVEL 14/C3

Job profile: The Chief Artisan – Fitter & Turner is responsible for providing mechanical maintenance and technical support services by installing, repairing, maintaining, and improving mechanical equipment and systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operation within the organization. Performance Areas Key responsibilities will include but will not be limited to the following: 1. INFRASTRUCTURE MAINTENANCE Support the Mechanical Section Head with daily operational and maintenance activities. Maintain the reliability and efficiency of mechanical systems across all facilities. Perform mechanical installations, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and overhauls on machinery, equipment, and mechanical systems. Conduct inspections, testing, and condition assessments to ensure equipment functionality, reliability, and compliance with safety standards. Diagnose mechanical faults and implement effective corrective actions within required timeframes. Assist in the planning and execution of maintenance tasks and mechanical projects while ensuring compliance with operational, quality, and safety requirements. Maintain accurate maintenance records, reports, and documentation for all work completed. Carry out mechanical fitting, assembly, alignment, and installation of machinery and equipment. Assist with the construction, installation, commissioning, and start-up of new production machines and project-related equipment. Work on bearings, shafts, couplings, gearboxes, pumps, and other mechanical drive components. Support fabrication activities, equipment modifications, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance plant reliability and performance. Participate in preventative and predictive maintenance programmes to minimize equipment downtime. Ensure all work is performed safely, accurately, and in accordance with approved procedures, project specifications, and regulatory requirements. Ensure the timely completion and return of Job Cards to the Planning Office for capturing, reporting, and cost recovery purposes. Maintain good housekeeping practices and ensure work areas are kept clean and safe. Adhere to all occupational health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements. Provide training, coaching, and mentoring to students, learners, apprentices, and junior personnel to support skills development and knowledge transfer. Assist during plant shutdowns, breakdowns, and emergency maintenance activities as required. 2. SHEQ & REGULATORY COMPLIANCE Adhere to local, national, and international mechanical codes and safety regulations. Follow safety protocols and participate in safety training and meetings. Perform regular checks and maintenance on safety equipment. Contribute to maintaining a culture of safety within the team. Conduct BBS observations 3. CUSTOMER SATISFACTION Deliver high-quality mechanical maintenance services with minimal downtime. Communicate effectively with internal and external customers to address mechanical issues. Ensure prompt and accurate completion of job cards. Aim for high customer satisfaction ratings by minimizing rework and defects Ensure Customer Job Card Rating is done on all defect job cards. Minimise non-conformances on work done Avoid rework/comebacks 4. FINANCIAL EXPENDITURE Assist in managing inventory of mechanical supplies and equipment. Report any discrepancies or needs for replacement of tools and equipment. Support cost-effective practices in mechanical maintenance tasks. 5. HUMAN RESOURCES Support training and mentoring of junior artisans or assistants. Maintain a positive working environment and foster teamwork. Participate in Green Area Meetings (Toolbox Talks) to review safety and work practices. Person Profile: KEY KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Understanding of mechanical systems and principles. Proficiency in mechanical tools and equipment. Knowledge and understanding of mechanical safety rules Knowledge and use of mechanical tools and equipment Good fault-finding and problem-solving abilities Fault-finding abilities and fundamental knowledge of most of mechanical equipment’s failures COMPETENCIES (Job Specific and Behavioural): Technical Skills Safety Orientation Problem Solving Communication Time Management Teamwork Resilience