Artisan Fitter (Band 5A)

About the role

Lion Smelter in Steelpoort, Limpopo is hiring an Artisan Fitter (Band 5A) to report to the Artisan Coordinator. The role covers proactive maintenance and installation of new equipment, fault finding and repair of plant, and keeping plant available and stable.

Key responsibilities

• Provide proactive maintenance services and install new equipment
• Carry out fault finding, troubleshooting and root cause failure analysis of equipment breakdowns
• Repair and maintain conveyor belts, chutes, bearings, centrifugal and vertical spindle pumps, cooling towers, hydraulic systems, closed circuit cooling systems, overhead cranes, hoists, scrubbers and ID fans in line with technical specifications, SOPs and safety regulations
• Plan maintenance, schedules and shutdowns, and maintain plant availability and operational stability
• Work overtime and standby duties when required, and act in a higher position when needed
• Adhere to safety, environmental, quality and housekeeping standards and comply with all regulations and procedures

Required profile

• Grade 12
• Fitter trade certificate, full N2 with relevant trade theory, and completed POE for Section 26D trade certificate
• At least one year of post-trade experience as a fitter in a heavy industry environment
• Awareness of safety, health, environmental and quality matters; good interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to work under pressure, adaptable and attentive to detail

Required skills

• SAP and Coupa knowledge is advantageous