27 Equipment operator Jobs and Work in Kwazulu Natal

Mechanical Fitter
Freedom Stationary (Pty) Ltd —Cornubia Industrial, KwaZulu-Natal
- Full-time
Junior CNC Lathe/Mill Programmer/Operator
Automation Techniques —Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
- R60 - R70 an hour
- Full-time
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12d
Plant Operator
Bidvest Tank Terminals —Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal
2d
Production Foreman
Oza Holdings —Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal
Supervisor - Crushing & Screening Plant
Oza Holdings —Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal
Material Handling Superintendent
Oza Holdings —Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal
9d
Facility Manager
Virgin Active South Africa (Pty) Ltd —Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
- R126 000 a year
Rail Siding Manager
Oza Holdings —Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal
L1 Operators Canelands
UPL ltd —Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
- Full-time
Virtual Reality Operator (Midlands Mall) - Casual Relief Staff
9D Virtual Reality —Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
- R28 - R50 an hour
- Temporary
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Senior Training Manager
Oza Holdings —Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal
OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR
Port Dynamics —Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
- From R10 000 a month
Quick Apply
L2 Operators Canelands
UPL ltd —Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
- Full-time
Production Supervisor
Frimax Foods —Tongaat, KwaZulu-Natal
- Full-time
Quick Apply
10d
Chemist / Supervisor
SGS —Hibberdene, KwaZulu-Natal 4220
- Full-time
Quick Apply
Technical Analyst
ThoroughTec —Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
RELIEF PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
TotalEnergies —Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
steel / structural steel Erectors
CV Steel and Aluminium —Mount Edgecombe, KwaZulu-Natal 4156
Quick Apply
11d
Business Development Manager
ThoroughTec —Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Warehouse Manager- Willing to relocate
Promed Technologies —Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
- Full-time
Quick Apply
2d

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Mechanical Fitter

Freedom Stationary (Pty) Ltd -
Cornubia Industrial, KwaZulu-Natal

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Job Details

Full-time

Full Job Description

Freedom Stationery is seeking a qualified, experienced, and results-driven Mechanical Fitter to join our Maintenance team at our Cornubia Factory. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and overhaul of production machinery and mechanical equipment, ensuring maximum plant reliability, operational efficiency, and minimal production downtime.This role is integral to sustaining production performance through robust preventative maintenance practices and active participation in continuous improvement initiatives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Mechanical Maintenance

Perform planned preventative maintenance on all production equipment in accordance with scheduled programmes.
Diagnose mechanical faults and execute repairs efficiently and effectively.
Install, assemble, dismantle, and commission mechanical equipment and systems.
Replace worn or damaged mechanical components to maintain equipment integrity.
Conduct overhauls and rebuilds as operationally required.
2. Breakdown Response
Respond promptly and effectively to unplanned machine breakdowns to minimise production interruption.
Conduct thorough root cause analysis and implement sustainable corrective actions.
Collaborate closely with production teams to safely and efficiently restore operations.
3. Preventative Maintenance
Execute maintenance schedules in line with planned maintenance programmes and OEM recommendations.
Conduct regular machinery inspections to identify and address potential failure points proactively.
Recommend and implement improvements to enhance equipment reliability and extend operational lifespan.
4. Safety, Health & Compliance
Ensure all maintenance activities comply fully with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) legislation and company standards.
Adhere strictly to Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures at all times.
Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly working environment.
Utilise tools and equipment safely, responsibly, and in accordance with prescribed procedures.
5. Documentation & Reporting
Complete maintenance reports, job cards, and equipment history records accurately and timeously.
Document breakdown root causes, repairs performed, and spare parts consumed.
Escalate recurring equipment issues and trends to management for strategic intervention.
6. Continuous Improvement
Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence.
Assist with machinery modifications, equipment upgrades, and capacity expansion projects.
Support the installation and commissioning of new machinery and systems.
7. Teamwork & Collaboration
Work collaboratively with Electricians, Maintenance personnel, Production Supervisors, and Operators.
Provide technical guidance and support to team members as required.
Participate in standby duties, shift work, and overtime as operationally required.

Qualifications

Qualified Mechanical Fitter — Trade Test Certificate (essential).
N3 Mechanical Engineering qualification or equivalent (advantageous).
Experience
Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a manufacturing or industrial maintenance environment.
Proven experience working on production machinery and mechanical equipment.
Demonstrated experience in both preventative and breakdown maintenance.
Knowledge & Technical Skills
Strong mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic capabilities.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.
Sound knowledge of bearings, gearboxes, conveyors, pumps, pneumatic systems, and hydraulic systems.
Experience with precision measuring instruments.
Competent planning and organizational skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
Computer literacy for maintenance reporting purposes (advantageous).

KEY COMPETENCIES

High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
Accountable and takes ownership of tasks and outcomes.
Effective team player with strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to perform effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Self-motivated with the initiative to work independently.
Effective time management and prioritization skills.
Safety-conscious with a proactive approach to risk management.
Reliable, dependable, and punctual.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Manufacturing and factory environment.
Physically demanding role requiring lifting, standing for extended periods, and working in confined spaces.
Willingness to work shifts, weekends, public holidays, and overtime as operationally required.
Availability to respond to emergency breakdown situations outside of standard working hours.

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equipment operator jobs in kwazulu natal

Mechanical Fitter

Junior CNC Lathe/Mill Programmer/Operator

Plant Operator

Production Foreman

Supervisor - Crushing & Screening Plant

Material Handling Superintendent

Facility Manager

Rail Siding Manager

L1 Operators Canelands

Virtual Reality Operator (Midlands Mall) - Casual Relief Staff

Senior Training Manager

OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR

L2 Operators Canelands

Production Supervisor

Chemist / Supervisor

Technical Analyst

RELIEF PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

steel / structural steel Erectors

Business Development Manager

Warehouse Manager- Willing to relocate

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