MECHANICAL FITTER & TURNER (AUTOMOTIVE) -Uitenhage contract position -Urgent Placement

MAIN FUNCTIONS:

• Preventative maintenance of the Automotive Engineering Test Centre & supporting plant
• Implementation of facility mechanical development programs
• Resolution of facility unplanned breakdowns
• Repair and overhaul of precision mechanical and servo-hydraulic equipment
• Operating of toolroom equipment (Lathe and milling machines)

TYPICAL TASKS:

• Read drawings and manuals to establish task procedures
• Maintenance of water chiller facility
• Cooling tower maintenance and operation
• Maintenance of cooling water pumps
• Maintenance and upgrade of cooling water pipework
• Maintenance of exhaust gas extraction system
• Disassembly, repair and re-assembly of servo hydraulic actuators, control valves and pump sets
• Maintenance of fuel supply system, overhead storage header tanks and fuel distribution lines
• Maintenance and repair of service-air system and pipework
• Assistance with ongoing facility upgrade programs (mechanical)
• Fabrication of test rig mechanical structures and brackets
• Maintain a safe working environment and adhere to company and OHSEE Act requirements
• OHSE inspections on equipment
• Procurement of material and consumables
• Identify and procure special tools and equipment
• Maintain an inventory of commonly used parts and hardware

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT SHOULD HAVE:

• Automotive Industry eserience
• N3 Mechanical Fitter & Turner
• Trade Test Mechanical 
• At least 3 years work experience in a similar environment
• Knowledge of dynamometers, servo hydraulic systems & fabrication techniques
• Can speak, read and write English
• Can work without supervision to high safety & quality standards
• Computer literacy – email & MS Windows
• Forklift License will be advantageous
• Knowledge on CNC programming and operating will be advantageous
• Fusion welding of water-cooling pipes will be advantageous
• Basic welding skills
• Willing to work overtime when required