Fitter at Nestle

A day in the life of a Fitter:

• Carry out the planned maintenance required on plant.                                                
• Incumbent has to be pro-active and prevent breakdowns on his/her patrols and shows initiative to continuously improve equipment performance.                                                 
• Install, service, repair and maintain existing and new equipment.                                             
• Follow up and recommend actions to overcome and improve problems encountered 
• Attend to mechanical faults and breakdowns in all areas of the factory.                                    
• Analyzing, investigating, and eliminating re-current faults.                                          
• Improve on functional maintenance, cleaning and reliability of equipment               
• Manage minor projects and contractors in Industrial Services                                                  
• Plant knowledge and able to operate all industrial services equipment                 
• Repairs must be carried out quickly (first time right) and efficiently.                                
• Maintain high standard of work.                                                   
• Ensure machine reliability and availability for production targets to be met.                   
• Undertakes to work shift, standby and overtime as per company requirements.                    
• Lockout & permit procedure to be used at all times when any person could be exposed to danger. 
• Ensure any dangerous conditions must be made safe immediately.                                          
• To correct errors on drawings and update drawings.                                      
• Complete the necessary administrative tasks for AMM, SHE, PMO`s.                                      
• Actively involved in projects and TPM                                                 
• Interact with production people.                                                   
• Interact with suppliers.                                                     
• Interact with contractors.

What will make you successful?

• Grade 12 (Maths and Science) and Fitter Trade Test
• 2-3 years’ experience as a Fitter, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting 
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, including hydraulics, pneumatics, and rotating equipment.
• Skilled in using precision tools, machining equipment, and hand tools.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting technical drawings, diagrams, and manuals.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical faults effectively.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good communications and teamwork skills
• Good awareness of safety and quality standards.