Mechanical Fitter – Atlantis

About the role

We are looking for a Mechanical Fitter to maximise plant availability and uptime by maintaining, repairing and optimising processing machinery in a high‑volume manufacturing environment.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and respond quickly to mechanical breakdowns to minimise downtime.
• Fit, align, lubricate, repair and remove mechanical components using hand tools, hoists, jacks and precision instruments.
• Install, repair and maintain processing machinery according to layout diagrams, blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical and technical equipment issues independently or with the team.
• Operate welding equipment to assemble and fuse structural components while managing welding files and inspecting tools.
• Conduct regular inspections of plant machinery and facility structures to identify early wear.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years plant maintenance experience as a fitter and 5 years welding experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Grade 12 and/or N3 Mechanical Engineering qualification and a recognised Trade Test Certificate as a Mechanical Fitter.
• Valid driver’s licence with reliable transport.
• Physical fitness to work at heights, in confined spaces and in extreme cold‑storage environments.
• Experience in food or protein processing and knowledge of HACCP, food safety regulations is advantageous.

Required skills

• Mechanical fitting and alignment.
• Welding (MIG, TIG, Arc).
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints and layout diagrams.
• Use of hand tools, hoists, jacks and precision measuring instruments.
• Preventative maintenance planning and execution.
• Troubleshooting of mechanical equipment.