Maintenance Fitter

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES024447/SH

Date posted:

Tuesday, February 3, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

500 000

SUMMARY:
Keep the Machines Moving — Join a Team Where Your Skills Build the Future

POSITION INFO:
Company and Job Description:

Are you a skilled Mechanical Fitter with a passion for keeping production running at its best? Do you thrive in a fastâpaced, heavyâindustrial environment where your expertise truly matters?
If yes — we want to hear from you!
We’re looking for a qualified and experienced Fitter to join a highâperforming maintenance team within a leading manufacturing environment. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys handsâon mechanical work, problemâsolving, and maintaining critical production equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical equipment.
Attend to breakdowns and ensure minimal production downtime.
Maintain and repair conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, hydraulic & pneumatic systems.
Carry out shaft alignment, belt/chain alignment, and bearing replacements.
Conduct inspections, troubleshoot mechanical faults, and implement effective solutions.
Interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specs.
Work safely and comply with OHS standards, ensuring proper housekeeping and risk management.
Support with machine installations, upgrades, and improvement initiatives.
Collaborate with production teams and maintain accurate job cards/documentation.

Job Experience & Skills Required (Ideal Candidate Profile):

Trade-Tested Fitter (Red Seal / Section 13).
3+ years’ experience in heavy industrial, cement, mining, manufacturing, engineering, precast, or related environments.
Strong mechanical knowledge including:

Hydraulics & pneumatics
Conveyors, gearboxes & pumps
Bearings, pulleys, motors
Mechanical fault-finding

Ability to work under pressure and handle emergency breakdowns.
Excellent communication, teamwork, and reliability.
Willingness to work shifts/overtime/standby when required.

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