Apprentice Mechanical Fitter

Apprentice: Mechanical Fitter

Location: Rustenburg

Work Arrangement: Onsite

What we do at Weir

We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planets future depends on the transition to renewable energy and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock use less energy use water wisely and create less waste. Together we drive the shift to smart efficient and more sustainable mining.

Make your impact

Youll play a key role in solving real-world challenges. Youll apply your skills to deliver results that matter whether thats through engineering planning or customer support. Youll work with purpose learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future.

What youll do

• Mechanical Support: Assist Service Technicians daily with routine maintenance repairs and installation of mechanical equipment ensuring smooth and reliable operations.
• Hands-on Learning: Perform basic mechanical tasks such as cleaning lubricating assembling and dismantling components under supervision to develop practical skills.
• Inspection and Reporting: Conduct equipment inspections regularly and report any defects or abnormalities promptly to the supervising artisan to maintain safety and reliability.
• Skills Development: Actively engage in learning and applying mechanical fitting skills aligned with training requirements and competency standards to progress towards qualification.
• Training Compliance: Complete required training modules maintain logbooks and pass assessments within set timeframes to support long-term career growth.
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.

What youll bring

Must-haves:

• Grade 12 (Matric) with Mathematics and Physical Science or N3 in Mechanical Engineering.
• Ability to read technical drawings.
• Strong willingness to learn and develop mechanical fitting skills.
• Commitment to safety and teamwork in a hands-on technical environment.

Nice-to-haves:

• Background in a technical environment.
• Valid Code 10 / C1 Drivers License.
• Previous exposure to mechanical maintenance or fitting tasks.
• Reporting skills.

Why join Weir

We live our values we think safety first do the right thing respect each other aim high and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes.

Were passionate about our purpose to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights world-class engineering materials science expertise and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions incorporating our signature technologies.

We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. Were working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Career development and learning support.
• Access to global inclusion networks.
• Regional and team-specific benefits.
• Sharebuilder scheme.
• Wellness support for you and your family.
• Collaboration with global teams.
• Study support.

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