Job description:
The Fitters department currently has a vacancy for an assertive, hands-on and attentive to detail individual to join their team as a Fitters Team Leader. Duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:
Conducting mechanical inspections on all production machinery when required
Ensure compliance of routine planned and preventative maintenance
Hydraulic systems (leaks repairs, Filter change outs)
Conveyor belts, drives, pulleys and replacement of rollers
Lubrication tasks
V-belts replacements
Attend breakdowns when required on all Production machinery
Fault finding on hydraulic systems
Servicing of various hydraulic components
Coordinate and plan day-to-day activities and the flow of tasks and responsibilities
Drive C-Works maintenance system and ensure workshops utilization targets are met consistently
Coordinate and monitor quality and efficiency of work processes and inter-departmental work flow, report any issues or possible improvements to Engineering Manager
Conduct spot checks on work progress and ensure quality control measures are implemented
Attend, oversee and assist with repairs and maintenance of existing components
Assist the Engineering Manager with coordinating repairs and maintenance tasks
Assist the Engineering Manager to ensure all team members comply with the safe working procedures
Generate job cards as needed and manage the distribution thereof to the various teams
Abide by the regulations as set out in the Occupational Health and Safety Act
Provide feedback on work status to the Maintenance Engineer and Engineering Manager
Support the Engineering Manager in ensuring compliance to timekeeping, productive output, discipline and work programs within the Fitters department
Any other tasks including administrative functions such as completing timesheets, filing, reports as agreed with the Engineering Manager, suited to this level of responsibility
Qualifying Criteria:
Qualified Fitter Artisan (Red Seal certification)
Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent
Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Qualified Fitter in a heavy industry environment
Must have experience in a leadership role or position
Must be physical fit and able to work at heights
Must be able to work in confined spaces
Strong Hydraulic background will be an advantage
Valid driver’s license
Extensive knowledge of power tools
Knowledge and adherence to Occupational Health and Safety Rules and regulations
Ability to work under challenging conditions
Excellent communication skills (understand, read and write in English)
Computer Literate (Excel and Power Point)
Must be prepared to work overtime when required
Qualifying Attributes
Hard-working and self-motivated
Time and priority management
Excellent communication skills on all levels
Display a professional work approach
Ability to work in; as well as lead part of a team
Logical and detail orientated
Excellent standards of execution
Ability to lead by example
Clear leadership ability
Critical thinking and conflict resolution potential
Commitment to a strong business ethic and integrity
Other Information:
Job title:
Fitters Team Leader
Reporting to:
Engineering Manager
Job type:
Permanent position
Benefits include
· Provident fund
· Life cover at 4x annual salary
· Funeral cover
· 15 x paid leave days per annum
· Long service leave after five years of employment
Standard hours
07h30–17h00: Monday – Thursday
07h30–16h00: Friday
May be required to work overtime as per operational requirements
Note that a Skills Test will be required.
Please note that the successful candidate will receive a formal, written offer of employment after all applicable pre-employment checks have been completed. This offer will only be valid if it is signed by a company representative authorised to make such an offer. Representations made on behalf of the company in any other form do not constitute valid offers of employment and should not be construed as such.
