Fitter - Free State Oil, Villiers

Location: Villiers, Eastern Free State

We are seeking a skilled, experienced and qualified Fitter with a strong mechanical background in heavy machinery, packaging plants, bulk handling operations, or industrial production environments.

• Packaging / manufacturing plants operating heavy machinery
• Bulk supply chain / materials handling environments
• Steel industry
• Wood / timber industry
• Grain / milling industry
• Similar industrial mechanical environments with transferable skills

• Valid Mechanical Fitter or Fitter & Turner Trade Certificate (your qualification will be validated before the recruitment process continues to interview stage)
• Minimum 5-10 years proven fitting experience in relevant industrial environments
• 10-15 years proven fitting experience will be advantageous
• Proven welding experience (ARC advantageous)
• Strong knowledge of:
• Pneumatics
• Pumps
• Conveyors
• Shafts
• Sprockets
• Bearings
• Gearboxes
• Valid driver's license
• Willingness to work overtime, shifts, and weekends when required
• Stable employment history is essential. Candidates with frequent job changes / job hopping will not be considered.
• Candidates from FMCG production-only environments will not be preferred, unless exposure includes heavy machinery, packaging lines, conveyors, pumps, or bulk handling systems.

• Reduce plant breakdowns and downtime to minimise costs
• Install, maintain, and repair mechanical equipment and systems
• Conduct fault-finding and problem-solving on machinery
• Repair or replace defective parts and assemblies
• Inspect machinery daily and test operation
• Complete job cards accurately and obtain sign-off
• Report failures and breakdowns to management
• Improve plant equipment reliability continuously
• Ensure compliance with Occupational Health & Safety standards
• Complete compulsory training interventions
• Mentor employees on best maintenance practices
• Perform additional duties as required by management

• Manual handling, working at heights, and confined space awareness
• Understanding of production processes
• Knowledge of PPE and safety procedures
• Ability to read manuals, blueprints, and schematics
• Good communication skills
• High attention to detail
• Strong team player
• Ability to work under pressure

Additional Information: Please note you will be vetted and MIE checks will be conducted if we consider you for the next recruitment process phase. The company reserves the right to close vacancies at its own discretion.

VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer. Employment Equity targets and transformation objectives will form part of the recruitment process. Applications from people with disabilities are welcomed.