South Africa Job Openings
De Beers Group of Companies
Fitter
Kathu
FULL TIME
November 7, 2024
Company Description
-We have an exciting opportunity for a Fitter. The purpose of this role is to Perform mechanical maintenance on equipment and machinery safely and cost-effectively to maximise equipment reliability and availability.
We’re the best in the industry.
You’ll make us better.
Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible – from mobile phones to medicines.
Kumba Iron Ore
We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects – exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Centurion, Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.
-We have an exciting opportunity for a Fitter. The purpose of this role is to Perform mechanical maintenance on equipment and machinery safely and cost-effectively to maximise equipment reliability and availability.
We’re the best in the industry.
You’ll make us better.
Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible – from mobile phones to medicines.
Kumba Iron Ore
We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects – exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Centurion, Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.
Job Description
-As our Fitter of your responsibilities will include but not limited to:
-As our Fitter of your responsibilities will include but not limited to:
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Safety, Health, and Environment
- Adhere to all health and safety practices and requirements.
- Promote good housekeeping to ensure compliance and an environment where team members can deliver their outputs within a controlled risk environment.
- "Exemplify" all relevant safety standards and procedures as a positive example for learners to follow and prioritise in their work practices.
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Performance and Delivery
- Pipefitting: Select and cut pipes, install pipe supports, and connect pipes to fixtures, valves, and other components during the installation and maintenance of piping systems.
- Structural Fitting: Assemble and install structural components, such as beams, columns, and frameworks.
- Machinery Installation: Assemble and install machinery and mechanical equipment, which includes aligning and securing components to ensure proper functionality.
- Welding: Use welding techniques to join metal components, crucial for creating solid and durable connections in structures, piping systems, or machinery.
- Alignment and Calibration: Use precision tools and instruments to align and calibrate machinery components.
- Handover: Ensure proper communication and handover of outstanding tasks between shifts and day-shift teams.
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Equipment Control:
- Ensure effective equipment and related machinery maintenance to ensure optimal utilisation and availability toward maximising production and throughput schedules.
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The Work: Key Outputs and Accountabilities
- Identify and report defects, equipment failures and time required to repair the Supervisor to enable applicable decision-making, action planning and problem resolution.
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Maintenance Efficiency:
- Support HME/Plant personnel by ensuring that the necessary HME/Plant and equipment maintenance preparations and maintenance tasks follow SMP (Standard Maintenance Practice) to improve work practices and operational targets.
- Ensure installations, commissioning of infrastructure and post-installation work testing for functionality are executed following specifications to meet deadlines and budget requirements.
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Assistance:
- Ensure oil samples are taken and labelled following workshop procedures to enable the Laboratory to conduct the necessary analysis and testing.
- Assist the supervisor and co-workers according to their level/area of competence and follow company policies when instructed or during the absence of the responsible person to ensure the achievement of functional objectives.
Qualifications
- -Grade 12 Certificate / N3 Technical
- Trade Certificate as Fitter
- SA Drivers Licence
- 2 Years’ operational maintenance experience as a Fitter.
- Essential skills and techniques used by artisans.
- Safety standards and regulations applicable to the work.
- Equipment used in the specific field of work.
- Various oil sampling methodologies and their applications.
- Knowledge of working on elevators, screens, pumps and shuttle cars(Advantageous)
Additional Information
-Who We Are
We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity and showing care and respect for people and the planet, that means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies.
What We Offer
When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We’re a large, successful multinational company – and we’re still growing all the time.
Inclusion and Diversity
Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.
How to apply
To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.
-Who We Are
We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity and showing care and respect for people and the planet, that means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies.
What We Offer
When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We’re a large, successful multinational company – and we’re still growing all the time.
Inclusion and Diversity
Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.
How to apply
To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.
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