PLEASE READ THE REQUIREMENTS BEFORE APPLYING!!!!!
We are looking for an experienced Conventional Turner Machinist and Fitter to join our busy engineering workshop.
This position is not a general production machining environment. We are looking for a practical, experienced tradesman who is comfortable working on a wide variety of hydraulic, agricultural and heavy-equipment components.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
The successful candidate must have proven hands-on experience in conventional lathe machining and Milling including:
- Manufacturing and repairing hydraulic cylinder components.
- Machining hydraulic pistons, glands, bushes, pins, shafts, sleeves and similar components.
- Cutting internal and external threads.
- Working accurately to fine tolerances, including ±0.02 mm where required.
- Using micrometers, verniers, bore gauges, thread gauges and other precision measuring equipment.
- Working from engineering drawings and/or accurately reproducing components from samples.
- Producing quality work while maintaining a fast, steady and productive work pace.
Hydraulic & Mechanical Experience
Candidates must also have strong practical experience with the stripping, assessment and assembly of mechanical components.
May include:
- Hydraulic cylinders
- Hydraulic pumps
- Winch boxes / winch assemblies
- Agricultural machinery components
- Axles and axle assemblies
- Gearboxes and mechanical assemblies
- Housings, shafts, bearings and bushes
- Other agricultural, earthmoving or heavy-equipment components
The candidate must be able to strip a component methodically, identify wear or damage, determine what requires repair or replacement, and correctly reassemble the component.
Thread Repair
Candidates must have practical knowledge and experience with:
- Helicoil installation
- Thread inserts
- Identifying damaged threads
- Selecting the correct repair method
- Drilling and tapping for inserts
- Correctly installing inserts without damaging the component
THE PERSON WE ARE LOOKING FOR
This is a fast-paced and diverse engineering workshop. We therefore need someone who:
- Can move confidently between different types of jobs.
- Is comfortable with repair work where every job may be different.
- Can problem-solve rather than relying solely on drawings.
- Understands the importance of measuring before machining.
- Can work accurately without being unnecessarily slow.
- Takes responsibility for the quality of their own work.
- Can work independently when required.
- Is mechanically minded and understands how components work together.
- Keeps their machine, tooling and work area clean and organised.
- Is reliable, honest and takes pride in their workmanship.
This position is not suitable for a candidate whose experience is limited to CNC or repetitive production machining. Strong conventional machining and practical mechanical repair experience are essential.
Applicants must submit an updated CV detailing their conventional machining, hydraulic, agricultural and mechanical repair experience.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a technical questionnaire and practical workshop assessment before appointment.
Pay: R150,00 - R200,00 per hour
Work Location: In person
