Express Fourways
Description
Department: Maintenance / Engineering Production Support
JOB OVERVIEW:
We are seeking a skilled Electromechanical Fitter to support production by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical and electrical equipment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform routine and preventative maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and automated production equipment.
- Diagnose and repair faults on motors, gearboxes, pumps, PLCs, control panels, and production lines.
- Assist with the installation, upgrade, and commissioning of production equipment and systems.
- Conduct diagnostic, electrical, and performance tests using suitable tools and measuring instruments.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, parts used, and job cards completed.
- Comply with workplace health, safety, and food safety requirements, including the correct use of PPE.
- Support continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to reduce downtime and improve equipment reliability.
Requirements and Qualifications:
- Qualified Electromechanical Fitter, Mechanical Fitter, Electrical Fitter, Electrician, or Mechatronics Technician with a recognised Trade Test Certificate.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a production, manufacturing, plant, factory, or industrial maintenance environment.
- Proficient in the use of hand tools, power tools, metalworking equipment, and electrical testing instruments.
- Strong understanding of electrical systems, mechanical components, fault finding, and preventative maintenance.
- Experience with PLC systems, including fault finding and basic programming support.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, electrical diagrams, and schematics.
- Able to work shifts, weekends, and standby duties when required.
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, teamwork, and clear communication.
- Own reliable transport is required.
