Fitter - Free State Oil, Villiers at VKB Group

Requirements


Grade 12 or NQF Level Equivalent.
N3 Mechanical engineering.
Mechanical Fitter or Fitter & Turner Trade Certificate.
At least 5 years' proven experience within the FMCG environment.
Working knowledge of pneumatics, pumps, conveyors, shafts, sprockets, bearings, and gearboxes.
Valid driver's license.
A willingness to work overtime, shifts and weekends when required.


Duties and Responsibilities


Reduce breakdowns and downtime period in the plant to limit unnecessary costs.
Install, maintain, and repair all mechanical equipment and systems at the plant.
Report machine failure and breakdowns to management, record it on daily log sheet.
Ensure job cards are filled in correctly and signed off by production and maintenance.
Cut, thread, bend and install hydraulic and pneumatic pipes and lines.
Dismantle faulty equipment and assemblies and repair or replace defective parts.
Continuously improve on all equipment and installation measures.
Continuously do fault-finding and problem- solving on mechanical equipment.
Visual inspection of parts.
Test Operation of machine daily.
Fix issues that might occur during the shift.
Comply with all occupational health and safety requirement.
Complete all compulsory training interventions.
Mentor employees to follow standard practices and processes to ensure quality services.
Performs other duties as may be required by line managers.


Skills Required


Basis awareness training in Manual Handling, Working at Heights and confined Spaces.
Understanding of production procedures.
Knowledge of health and safety procedures (PPE).
Ability to read manual, blueprint and schematics.
Good communication skills.
Accuracy and attention to details.
Team player.
Able to work under pressure.


Closing Date 02 February 2026