General Technical Assistant - Fitters at SA Metal Group

Job description:

The Fitters department requires a committed, hardworking and reliable General Technical Assistant to join their team. The General Technical Assistant will be responsible for the following tasks, amongst others:

• Housekeeping on a daily basis
• General workshop duties i.e. maintaining the cleanliness of the workshop and tool store
• Cleaning of tools
• Identify and able to select appropriate hand tools
• Able to use basic power tools
• Able to do to minor/ basic technical tasks
• Demonstrate appropriate knowledge of workshop safety
• Assisting Artisans with various tasks as and when required

Qualifying Criteria:

• Grade 12
• Basic knowledge of Health and Safety rules
• Ability to handle tools i.e. cutting machines
• Previous experience in the same or similar role advantageous
• Adhere to Health and Safety rules and regulations

Qualifying Attributes

• Hard-working and self-motivated
• Prepared to work overtime and weekends when required
• Physically fit (Strength to handle materials, tools and machines)
• Sober habits
• Able to work in a team as well as independently
• Honest and reliable
• Must be willing and eager to learn
• Ability to multi-task and manage a demanding workload in a pressurised environment
• Must be comfortable working in confined spaces and at heights
• Physically mobile and energetic
• Ability to follow rules
• Be organised and keep their work area neat and tidy