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Fitter & Turner (6-Month Contract) – Northern Suburbs, Cape Town Engineering / Maintenance / Manufacturing Project Department Full-time | On-site | Fixed-Term Contract Our client is an internationally established manufacturing company based in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town, seeking a qualified Fitter & Turner to join their Projects Department on a 6-month contract. The ideal candidate will have a solid technical background, strong problem-solving ability, and experience within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You’ll play a key role in maintaining and improving production machinery — ensuring uptime, reliability, and continuous operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities Breakdowns Attend and resolve machine breakdowns promptly. Report progress and fault diagnoses to the Maintenance and Production teams. Record downtime duration and maintenance details on job cards. Track and maintain service histories for Induction Ovens and Temper Furnaces. Liaise with Induction Coil and Generator Specialists during breakdowns and commissioning. Preventative Maintenance Standardise and maintain Induction Ovens and Temper Furnaces per production unit. Use breakdown and inspection data to recommend and implement improvements. Investigate and report any unplanned stoppages or limitations during maintenance. Perform weekly and monthly services on all related equipment. Contribute to continuous improvement of maintenance procedures and checklists. Monitor and report on machine components, ensuring timely repairs or replacements. Projects Provide feedback to the Design Department on performance and improvement opportunities. Ensure all tools and equipment are available and in working order. Report any deviations from as-built drawings or designs. Liaise with the Projects Engineer during commissioning of new equipment. Support innovation and testing with R&D, Design, and external contractors. Requirements Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate. Section 13 Trade Test Certificate – Fitter and Turner (essential). 3–5 years’ post-trade experience. Experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment (advantageous). Strong technical and mechanical aptitude. Ability to work independently and in a team under pressure. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a well-established international organisation, contributing to the reliability and innovation of its production operations. To apply, please send your CV with your salary expectations to [email protected] Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive feedback within 48 hours, please accept your application as unsuccessful. Persona Staff (Pty) Ltd is POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013) compliant, all personal information is protected according to legislation. By applying for any of our available vacancies, you give Persona Staff consent to process your Personal Information for Recruitment Purposes, according to the POPI ACT, 2013. If you have any concerns regarding your Personal Information and our compliance towards the legislation, you are welcome to request our POPI Act Policy.