Fitter - Free State Oil, Villiers at VKB Group

Position: FITTER

• We are seeking a skilled, experienced and qualified Fitter with a strong mechanical background in heavy machinery, packaging plants, bulk handling operations, or industrial production environments.

Suitable Industry Backgrounds Include:

• Packaging / manufacturing plants operating heavy machinery
• Bulk supply chain / materials handling environments
• Steel industry
• Wood / timber industry
• Grain / milling industry
• Similar industrial mechanical environments with transferable skills

Please Note:

• Candidates from FMCG production-only environments will not be preferred, unless exposure includes heavy machinery, packaging lines, conveyors, pumps, or bulk handling systems.
• Stable employment history is essential. Candidates with frequent job changes / job hopping will not be considered.

Minimum Requirements

• Valid Mechanical Fitter or Fitter & Turner Trade Certificate (your qualification will be validated before the recruitment process continues to interview stage)
• Minimum 5-10 years proven fitting experience in relevant industrial environments
• 10-15 years proven fitting experience will be advantageous
• Proven welding experience (ARC advantageous)

Strong knowledge of:

• Pneumatics
• Pumps
• Conveyors
• Shafts
• Sprockets
• Bearings
• Gearboxes
• Valid driver’s license
• Willingness to work overtime, shifts, and weekends when required

Duties & Responsibilities

• Reduce plant breakdowns and downtime to minimise costs
• Install, maintain, and repair mechanical equipment and systems
• Conduct fault-finding and problem-solving on machinery
• Repair or replace defective parts and assemblies
• Inspect machinery daily and test operation
• Complete job cards accurately and obtain sign-off
• Report failures and breakdowns to management
• Improve plant equipment reliability continuously
• Ensure compliance with Occupational Health & Safety standards
• Complete compulsory training interventions
• Mentor employees on best maintenance practices
• Perform additional duties as required by management

Skills Required

• Manual handling, working at heights, and confined space awareness
• Understanding of production processes
• Knowledge of PPE and safety procedures
• Ability to read manuals, blueprints, and schematics
• Good communication skills
• High attention to detail
• Strong team player
• Ability to work under pressure

Closing Date 08 May 2026