Fitters Team Leader at SA Metal Group

Duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Lead the team’s productivity and efficiency on all jobs.
• Conducting mechanical inspections on all production machinery when required
• Promote Compliance and adherence to the Company in-house maintenance program and procedures
• Responsible for conducting routine planned and preventative maintenance
• Hydraulic systems (leaks repairs, Filter change outs)
• Conveyor belts, drives, pulleys and replacement of rollers
• Lubrication tasks
• V-belts replacements
• Lead, assist and guide the teams with any support required during breakdowns and critical maintenance on all Production machinery and equipment
• Monitor quality and efficiency of teams work programs and report any issues or possible improvements
• Assist with Mentoring of all Technical Assistants and apprentices.
• Monitor adherence to all Health & Safety requirements and Company policy and procedures, report all instances of non-conformance.
• Any other tasks, as agreed with Management, suited to this level of leadership

Qualifying Criteria:

• Qualified Fitter Artisan (Red Seal certification)
• Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Qualified Fitter in a heavy industry environment
• Must be physical fit and able to work at heights
• Must be able to work in confined spaces
• Strong Hydraulic background will be an advantage
• Valid driver’s license
• Extensive knowledge of power tools
• Knowledge and adherence to Occupational Health and Safety Rules and regulations
• Ability to work under challenging conditions
• Excellent communication skills (understand, read and write in English)