Fitter & Turner (Pietermaritzburg)

Leading manufacturer is seeking a trade tested Fitter & Turner with 5 years post trade experience in Pietermaritzburg.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Maintain plant equipment by means of machining and mechanical work Manufacture of spare components Manufacture of tooling General milling and tooling General maintenance of hydraulic systems REQUIREMENTS Fitter & Turner Trade Test Precision turning of bronze bushing Thread cutting and machining of induction hard chrome shaft Internal machining of barrel tubing Ability to analyse and implement corrective measures on mechanical wear of old machinery (Rebuilding of worn-out parts, alignment etc.)
Accurate turning and milling of components In depth knowledge of mechanical repairs Hydraulic skills Machine alignment (Chain/v-belt) Ability to obtain working at heights permit Able to lift heavy equipment RUMUNERATION Basic: R150 to R192 per hour Leave enhancement pay (13th cheque) Provident fund Medical aid (50% contribution) Funeral cover