Maintenance Fitter

SUMMARY:
My client a manufacturing operation is looking for a hands-on, technically savvy Maintenance Fitter to join their Port Elizabeth team. This role reports directly to the Toolroom Foreman and plays a critical part in ensuring optimal functioning of equipment through proactive maintenance, prompt repairs, and adherence to quality and safety standards.

POSITION INFO:
If you're a problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment and isn’t afraid to get your hands dirty, we want to hear from you.  To carry out mechanical inspections, perform repairs and ongoing maintenance of equipment and infrastructure - minimizing downtime and ensuring seamless production support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct root cause analysis on breakdowns and execute speedy repairs.
• Minimize downtime and equipment damage by acting fast and efficiently.
• Work closely with Production to proactively identify issues before they escalate.
• Provide reports on all repair and support activities.
• Conduct “first-off” inspections and scheduled preventative maintenance.
• Liaise with production to schedule downtime for preventative work.
• Submit feedback and escalate irregularities to the Toolroom Foreman.
• Assist in training Apprentices.
• Prepare training machines and provide on-the-job technical guidance.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Monitor resource usage and limit unnecessary expenditure.
• Report risks, irregularities, and deviations to management.
• Build strong internal relationships and provide excellent support to operations.
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and a problem-solving attitude.
• Embody the company’s core values: Integrity, Respect, Accountability, and Passion in all daily tasks and interactions.
• Swing shift and maintenance is required to work every Sunday.

• Proof Matric Certificate
• Red Seal Fitter / Fitter & Turner (NQF 5)
• Up to 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing maintenance environment
• Proficient in basic MS Office; exposure to SAP, ERP, or other maintenance-related systems
• Solid understanding of mechanical maintenance practices and SOPs
• Strong awareness of safety and housekeeping standards

• Technically minded with solid fault-finding skills
• Action-oriented and proactive
• Resilient under pressure
• Effective communicator (written and verbal)
• Organised, flexible, and customer-focused