Fitter - Hennenman, Bloemfontein at Tiger Brands

• A qualified fitter is responsible for ensuring that machinery and equipment are installed correctly, maintained efficiently, and repaired promptly. This role requires technical expertise in mechanical systems and the ability to work with precision

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Operational Support

• Provide specialist support to the shift-based teams during operations.  Where requested assist as a functional expert in problem solving.

Running Repairs

• Partake in carrying out repairs on plant equipment as required on shift

Planned Maintenance

• Take part in maintenance planning meetings, contributing suggestions, clarifying work required and carrying out maintenance tasks and building maintenance programs

Housekeeping & Safety

• Operate in a safe manner at all times, identify and highlight unsafe work practices so that these may be corrected

Ensure OEE targets are met 

• Ensure all maintenance tasks are carried out to maximise plant availability and OEE to meet targets

Reporting and administration

• Ensure the various reports and administration tasks are carried out to support engineering and production

Special Requirements:

• Must have the physical abilities to carry out the role within a plant and work shifts

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE TABLE:

Experience and Qualifications

• NTC3, with matric maths and science
• Fitter Trade Tested
• 5 years' experience in FMCG
• Analytical skills
• Problem solving
• High numeracy skills
• Personal Characteristics
• Effective communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Continuous learning
• Team player within multi-functional team.
• Call out and standby responsibilities, including overtime work as required
• Situational problem-solving abilities.
• Pro-active and driven by sustainable solutions.
• Strong logical/diagnostic approach to troubleshooting

End Date: August 27, 2026