STC - Fitter SAA Technical (12 Months) at South African Airways (SAA)

Job Purpose    

• The Fitter is responsible for the inspection, planned and corrective maintenance, fault-finding, repair, assembly and installation of mechanical plant and equipment across SAA & SAAT facilities. The role ensures that pumps, valves, bearings, shafts, couplings, gearboxes, jacks, cranes and related systems operate safely, reliably and efficiently, in compliance with approved maintenance procedures, technical specifications and occupational health and safety requirements.

Principal Accountabilities    

• Perform planned and corrective maintenance on mechanical plant and equipment
• Inspect, service, repair, and replace pumps, valves, bearings, shafts, couplings, gearboxes, jacks, cranes, and related equipment
• Conduct routine inspections to identify defects and prevent failures
• Maintain equipment reliability and operational availability
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical faults and breakdowns
• Perform repairs and overhauls to minimise operational disruptions
• Conduct root cause analysis on recurring failures
• Assemble, fit, align, and install mechanical equipment
• Assist with testing, commissioning, and equipment start-up activities
• Interpret technical drawings, manuals, and specifications
• Comply with occupational health and safety requirements
• Perform maintenance in accordance with approved procedures and standards
• Report safety hazards, defects, and non-compliance issues
• Complete work orders, inspection reports, and maintenance records
• Identify spare parts and material requirements
• Support maintenance projects, shutdowns, and equipment upgrades
• Respond to breakdowns and emergency maintenance requests
• Support the safe and continuous operation of SAA and SAAT facilities
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, contractors, and service providers

Qualifications & Experience    

• Grade 12/Matric or equivalent qualification at NQF level 4
• Recognised Trade Test Certificate: Fitter essential
• Relevant N3 - N6 Mechanical Engineering qualification is advantageous
• Valid driver's licence
• Minimum 2 - 3 years' post-trade experience in facilities, commercial, industrial, airport or critical-infrastructure maintenance
• Demonstrated experience in mechanical maintenance, equipment installation, fault-finding and breakdown repairs
• OHS, First Aid, working-at-heights or related safety training is advantageous

Knowledge and Skills    

• Mechanical fitting and maintenance principles
• Planned and corrective maintenance
• Mechanical fault-finding and diagnostics
• Pumps, valves, bearings, seals, shafts, couplings and gearboxes
• Equipment assembly, alignment and installation
• Interpretation of mechanical drawings and technical manuals
• Precision measuring tools, hand tools and power tools
• Lubrication and condition inspection
• Occupational Health and Safety Act and safe isolation procedures
• Maintenance records and job cards
• Basic MS Office and report writing
• Good verbal and written communication

Attributes    

• Safety conscious
• Attention to detail
• Accountability and reliability
• Integrity and professionalism
• Problem-solving mindset
• Team player
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Quality and service orientation

Deadline:27th October,2026