Fitter and Turner (Engineering Workshop) – Immediate Start

Bearings, gearboxes, pumps and lathes: this general engineering workshop in Durban Central needs your hands on them. People who do well here are steady, honest and not scared to ask when something is unclear.

You'll report in Durban Central. Relocation is not covered for this one. Overtime comes up in peak season and is paid.

• Program and run CNC machines from engineering drawings
• Replace bearings, seals and couplings on pumps, gearboxes and motors
• Inspect and adjust conveyors, chains and sprockets
• Respond to breakdowns and get the line running again safely
• Help with electrical fault-finding on motors and sensors as a millwright

• Trade test as Fitter and Turner, Fitter, Millwright or Toolmaker
• Willing to work shifts, standby and weekend shutdowns
• You read engineering drawings and measure with micrometers and verniers
• At least 2 years as a qualified artisan in a factory or workshop
• N2 or N3 engineering subjects
• Basic understanding of the General Machinery Regulations

• Forklift licence for moving heavy parts
• CNC programming experience
• Hydraulic and pneumatic courses

• Tool allowance
• Shift and standby allowances
• Chance to study further toward a technician diploma

• Expect a practical test. Measure twice and work cleanly, because the assessor watches your habits as much as the result.
• If you can machine parts as well as fit them, say so clearly. Many factories want both skills in one person.