Fitter

Tiger Brands · Gauteng

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  • To install, maintain, troubleshoot, repair and improve manufacturing, packaging and utility equipment to ensure safe, reliable and efficient plant operations.

WHAT YOU WILL DO Preventive Maintenance

  • Perform planned maintenance on production, packaging and utility equipment.
  • Inspect machinery and identify potential failures before breakdowns occur.
  • Ensure equipment reliability and optimal performance.

Breakdown Maintenance

  • Diagnose mechanical faults and equipment failures.
  • Carry out repairs efficiently to minimise downtime.
  • Use appropriate diagnostic techniques to determine root causes.

Installation and Commissioning

  • Install new machinery and equipment.
  • Assist with commissioning and start-up activities.
  • Verify that equipment operates according to specifications.

Equipment Improvements

  • Modify or upgrade equipment to improve: Performance Efficiency Safety Reliability

Safety and Compliance

  • Follow Tiger Brands safety procedures and engineering standards.
  • Maintain housekeeping in workshops and production areas.
  • Participate in risk assessments and safety inspections.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

Knowledge and Skills Required

  • Strong mechanical fitting skills.
  • Good understanding of packaging machinery.
  • Good understanding of compressed air systems and steam generation equipment.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and solve technical problems.
  • Attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Minimum Qualifications

  • N4 Mechanical Engineering.
  • Red Seal Trade Certificate in: Fitter Fitter & Turner Millwright Or equivalent recognised trade qualification.

Experience

  • Proven experience as a fitter or in a related maintenance role.
  • Strong understanding of mechanical systems and industrial equipment.

Key Performance Areas KPI Examples

  • Plant availability and uptime.
  • Maintenance schedule compliance.
  • Mean Time Between Failures MTBF.
  • Breakdown response and repair time.
  • Safety compliance and zero lost-time incidents.
  • Maintenance cost control and continuous improvement initiatives.

Deadline:29th September,2026

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