Fitter and Turner, Hydraulic Engineering

SUMMARY:
              Boksburg Turners: The missing hydraulic skill

Job Title: Tuner - Hydraulics - Boksburg 


The Opportunity

Because you take pride in exact machining, you know the deep satisfaction of building reliable components that keep heavy industry moving. This role rewards your specific hydraulics background with stable, high-volume work and a clear path to advance into a Workshop Foreman or Technical Lead. By stepping into this position, you secure a steady, rewarding income while working alongside a team that truly respects your trade skills, all while earning a basic rate of up to R200.00 per hour, plus overtime opportunities.

POSITION INFO:
The Company

Our client is a trusted engineering workshop that supplies precision hydraulic components and machinery repairs to industrial businesses. They serve local contractors and companies who rely on highly durable cylinders and manifolds to prevent costly equipment downtime. Their trusted position in the market is built on a "right first time" mindset, delivering perfectly sealed parts and fast turnaround times.

What You'll Be Doing

• Build and repair hydraulic cylinders and manifolds using manual lathes and milling machines.
• Take apart broken hydraulic units to find faults and write clear reports for quotes.
• Machine parts to exact sizes to ensure they seal perfectly and handle high fluid pressure.
• Put together and test finished hydraulic systems so they pass safety and pressure checks the first time.
• Work with the design team to suggest ways to make parts last longer based on what you see in the workshop.

• A recognized Red Seal Fitter and Turner trade test certification.
• Strong, proven daily experience working specifically within the hydraulics industry.
• High skill level in operating manual lathes and milling machines for accurate work.
• The ability to carefully use measuring tools like micrometers, verniers, and bore gauges.
• The physical strength to safely handle mechanical parts weighing up to 25kg while standing for long periods.