Fitter & Turner - 6 month Contract

Recruiter:

Persona Staff

Job Ref:

CPT006858/CS

Date posted:

Monday, October 26, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

Hourly

SUMMARY:
Fitter & Turner (6-Month Contract) â Northern Suburbs, Cape Town
Engineering / Maintenance / Manufacturing
Project Department
Full-time | On-site | Fixed-Term Contract

Our client is an internationally established manufacturing company based in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town, seeking a qualified Fitter & Turner to join their Projects Department on a 6-month contract.

The ideal candidate will have a solid technical background, strong problem-solving ability, and experience within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Youâll play a key role in maintaining and improving production machinery â ensuring uptime, reliability, and continuous operational efficiency.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities

Breakdowns

Attend and resolve machine breakdowns promptly.
Report progress and fault diagnoses to the Maintenance and Production teams.
Record downtime duration and maintenance details on job cards.
Track and maintain service histories for Induction Ovens and Temper Furnaces.
Liaise with Induction Coil and Generator Specialists during breakdowns and commissioning.

Preventative Maintenance

Standardise and maintain Induction Ovens and Temper Furnaces per production unit.
Use breakdown and inspection data to recommend and implement improvements.
Investigate and report any unplanned stoppages or limitations during maintenance.
Perform weekly and monthly services on all related equipment.
Contribute to continuous improvement of maintenance procedures and checklists.
Monitor and report on machine components, ensuring timely repairs or replacements.

Projects

Provide feedback to the Design Department on performance and improvement opportunities.
Ensure all tools and equipment are available and in working order.
Report any deviations from as-built drawings or designs.
Liaise with the Projects Engineer during commissioning of new equipment.
Support innovation and testing with R&D, Design, and external contractors.

Requirements

Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate.
Section 13 Trade Test Certificate â Fitter and Turner (essential).
3â5 yearsâ post-trade experience.
Experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment (advantageous).
Strong technical and mechanical aptitude.
Ability to work independently and in a team under pressure.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a well-established international organisation, contributing to the reliability and innovation of its production operations.

Send your CV to Â and include your salary expectations.

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