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Fitter, Stutterheim
Job Location:
Job Location:
East London - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
11 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
9 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Reference: EL003364-Janin-1
We are seeking a Fitter for a permanent vacancy based in Stutterheim Eastern Cape
We are seeking a Fitter for a permanent vacancy based in Stutterheim Eastern Cape
Duties & Responsibilities
Applicants are required to meet the following criteria:
- Matric / NTC 3.
- Completed trade test as Fitter and Turner with Red Seal certificate OR
- Relevant equal skill and experience if not trade tested.
- Strong experience in the servicing and installation of: Hydraulic and pneumatic equipment;
- Conveyors; Gear boxes; and Belt and chain drives.
- Experienced in Sawmill related equipment: Frame saws bandsaws and associated equipment;
- Drum chippers; Debarkers;
- Proven experience as a welder.
- A minimum of 15 years experience in a sawmilling environment with Wetmill experience being an advantage
- Medically fit with sober habits.
- Code EB license with own transport.
- Willing to work irregular hours and perform standby duties.
- Regularly working overtime especially on weekends.
- Must be able to communicate in English (speak read & write).
- Ability to communicate in Xhosa will be an added advantage.
The successful applicant would be responsible for but not limited to:
- Perform cost-effective mechanical maintenance and repairs on all plant and ancillary equipment in the department.
- Cost-effective installation of new plant and machinery.
- Recording of all work performed on plant and ancillary equipment on a job card.
- Maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of all mechanical plant and ancillary equipment on site.
- Maintain a high level of housekeeping and total compliance with safety standards within his work area.
- Performing of overtime work and standby duties as and when required.
- Assisting with on-the-job training of apprentices and semi-skilled artisans working in the engineering division.
- Requisitioning of spares and materials.
- Assist in the formulation and implementation of a planned maintenance program
Salary: Market related
To apply email detailed CV and supporting documentation through to
If you have not received a response within 7 working days please consider your application unsuccessful
