Turner Machinist

TURNER MACHINIST – SA STEELWORKSAIRPORT INDUSTRIA – CAPE TOWN The Machine Shop Department currently has a Turner Machinist role available for a hardworking, dedicated individual to join their team.Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:Examine detailed drawings or specifications to establish job, material and equipment requirementsPerform routine and preventative maintenance practices on existing equipmentAbility to strip, examine and identify mechanical defects on equipment under repairOperate machines to produce parts or tools by turning, boring, milling and or shapingSlotting or drilling metal stock or componentsEnsuring that the quality of work is up to the required standardsFit and assemble metal parts and tools or sub- assembliesSet up and/or operate hand and machine toolsCheck accuracy and quality of finished parts, tools or sub-assembliesAbide by the regulations as set out in the Occupational Health and Safety ActQualifying Criteria Minimum Grade 12 or equivalentApproved and recognized Trade Test qualification ( Turner machinist )Minimum of 5 plus years relevant working experience within the engineering or metal industryExtensive knowledge of power toolsStrength to handle materials and tools (physically fit)Good hand-eye coordinationHands on practical approach to the jobKnowledge of Health and Safety RulesAbility to work under challenging conditionsSound communication skills (understand, read and write English)Must be prepared to work overtime when requiredQualifying Attributes:Hard working and self-motivatedTime management and organizational skillsDisplay a professional work approachAbility to work independently as well as part of a teamLogical and detail orientatedExcellent standards in executionCommitment to a strong business ethic and integrityTypePermanentBenefits includeProvident fundGroup lifeFuneral cover15 working days leave per annumStandard hours07:30 – 17:00 Monday - Thursday07:30 – 16:00 FridaysMay be required to work overtime as per operational requirements