Mechanical Fitter Supervisor
Reference No: 3136206444 | Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on: 15 August 2025
Responsible for supporting the Manager to drive routine planned and preventative maintenance procedures and protocols
Using computerized maintenance management system to plan, track and record daily tasks as well as raising new work requests
Ability to provide technical and hands-on support to team during critical breakdowns as and when required on all Production machinery
Monitor quality and efficiency of teams work programs and report any issues or possible improvements
Support Management in ensuring compliance of timekeeping, productive output, quality output and discipline within the Fitters department
Conducting regular quality control checks of inspections undertaken by fitters personnel across all production machinery
Liaise and coordinate with internal departments on machine availability and progress of jobs
Managing the servicing of any mechanical components
Assist the Manager with liaising with suitable Contractors, suppliers and sourcing quality parts and spares
Assist the Manager with ensuring compliance to legal requirements, Health & Safety rules, and Company policies and procedures.
Ensure that a high quality of work and safety standards are maintained at all times
Promote Compliance and adherence to the Company in-house maintenance program and procedures including managing manpower utilization
Support the Teams by offering Technical training and on the job guidance and mentoring
Any other tasks, as agreed with Management, suited to this level of leadership
Qualifying Criteria:
Qualified Fitter Artisan (Red Seal certification)
Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent
Minimum 8 years’ experience as a Qualified Fitter in a heavy industry environment
Proven Experience in a leadership role or position
Must be physically fit and able to work at heights
Must be able to work in confined spaces
Valid driver’s license
Extensive knowledge of power tools
Knowledge and adherence to Occupational Health and Safety Rules and regulations
Ability to work under challenging conditions
Excellent communication skills (understand, read and write in English)
Computer Literate – Proficient with MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Word
Qualifying Attributes
Attention to detail and an analytical approach to troubleshooting
Ability to prioritise workload and perform effectively in a pressurized environment
Ability to maintain professional working relations with diverse personalities
Hard-working and self-motivated
Time and priority management
Logical and detail orientated
Excellent standards of execution
Clear leadership ability
Critical thinking and conflict resolution potential
Commitment to a strong business ethic and integrity
Excellent planning, organisational, and decision-making skills