Machinist or Fitter and Turner

Introduction

A well-established engineering company specializing in the repair and refurbishment of electric motors, pumps, gearboxes, and industrial fans has a position available for a skilled and motivated Fitter Turner / Machinist to join their workshop team.

Duties & Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out precision machining operations on a variety of engineering components, including:

• Operating conventional centre lathes, boring mills, milling machines, shapers.

• Machining new components and refurbishing existing parts to fine tolerances. Machining to tolerance will be tested.

• Must be able to read and use a micrometer.

• Manufacturing and repairing shafts, sleeves, housings, bearing fits, and other mechanical components.

• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and measuring components accurately.

• Maintaining a high standard of workmanship and quality control.

• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced engineering workshop, prioritising tasks to meet tight repair turnaround times without compromising quality or safety.

• Working safely and ensuring machinery and work areas are kept clean and organised.

• Assisting with general fitting and mechanical repair work where required.

• Understanding of how the parts work and how they integrate into a machine.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Proven experience as a Fitter Turner or Machinist in an engineering or repair workshop.

• Strong machining skills with experience on conventional lathes, milling machines, and boring mills.

• Ability to machine components to close tolerances with a high degree of accuracy.

• Ability to read engineering drawings and use precision measuring equipment.

• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Willingness to work overtime when operational requirements demand.

• Own reliable transport will be advantageous.

• Applicants residing in the northern areas of Pretoria will be given preference.

• A formal qualification is not essential; however, candidates will be required to demonstrate their machining ability through a practical test.

Interested?

I you are looking for an opportunities to work on a wide variety of industrial equipment and challenging repairs and if you have a passion for precision machining and take pride in producing quality workmanship, we would like to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your CV together with a brief summary of your machining experience. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete a practical machining assessment.

You can also email your CV to: employment59@live.co.za