Fitter at Sappi

The main responsibilities of this job are:

• Fit, assemble, grind and shape metal parts and sub-assemblies to maintain production machines and other equipment as required
• Schedule maintenance for the plant or area of responsibility according to notifications and Planned Schedules
• Perform fault finding on systems during breakdowns and repair the problem or correct equipment to keep downtime to a minimum
• Perform daily and weekly inspections on equipment according to a detailed inspection list
• Perform standby as required to cover breakdowns after normal working hours and weekends, report all deviations to the Maintenance Support Mechanical (Foreman)
• Report all unsafe acts to the Maintenance Support Mechanical
• Draw spares from stores utilising SAP as required by the task being performed
• Improve and maintain Master Data in SAP’s accuracy and comply with work order business processes and update as required
• Comply to Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) requirements of the Mill and section
• Assist production personnel with Equipment Isolation / Lockout of the process when performing isolations / Lockouts of the equipment
• Investigate incidents and identify root cause / s of Non-Conformances and take corrective actions on all deviations as required
• Maintain a high level of housekeeping in the workplace and workshop at all times

The ideal candidate should have:

• Recognised Trade Test Certificate as a Mechanical Fitter or Fitter and Turner
• Grade 12 or N3 Engineering
• 2 years post-apprenticeship experience in a heavy engineering environment will be advantageous
• Valid Driving Licence

Closing Date: 24th, June 2022