Location:

Lyttelton, Gauteng, South Africa

Afrimat Lyttelton (Pty) Ltd, based in Centurion, has a vacancy for a:

Fitter

Minimum Qualifications / Experience / Key Competencies

- Grade 12 certificate.
- Trade Certificate as a Fitter or Fitter and Turner.
- 3-5 years of experience post apprentice on surface.
- Knowledge of cone crushers, jaw crushers and screens.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Own transport.
- Excellent time management skills and team worker.
- Willing to work independently and under pressure.
- Willing to work overtime when required.

Duties And Responsibilities (not Limited To)

- Liaise with the Maintenance Manager on a daily basis to discuss maintenance/engineering breakdowns in the plant and submit job cards.
- Perform fault-finding, troubleshooting, and repairs on mechanical equipment.
- Repair or replace defective equipment parts using hand tools and power tools as well as measuring instruments and reassemble equipment.
- Must have a broad knowledge of Conveyer Belts, Vibrating Grizzly Feeder, Gearboxes, Bearings, Pumps, Crushers (4¼ Symons cone crushers, Sandvik CH 440 cone crusher, Sandvik CS 440 cone crusher HP300 cone crusher, Osborn Jaw Crusher) and Screens.
- Perform daily plant running inspections and greasing.




- Conduct CSS and Record Head Spins for the Crushers as per Plant AggFlow stipulated by the Maintenance Foreman. Ensure crushers are running with correct CSS.
- Monitor oil pressure, oil temperature and hydraulic pressure on cone crushers throughout the day.
- Perform daily bearing temperature inspections.
- Perform monthly oil sampling on gearboxes and crushers.
- Perform monthly inspections on lifting equipment and report deviations to Maintenance Foreman.
- Ensure sufficient lubrication on crushers, gearboxes and feeder.
- Executing daily planned task maintenance which includes skirting replacement, idler changes, belt scrappers adjustments, conveyor belt alignment and tension are done efficiently as per PM maintenance schedules.
- Installation of water dust suppression system for the plant.
- Maintenance of the water system for the ablution facilities, workshop, weighbridge and admin block.
- Submit Parts Requisition to the Maintenance Manager to ensure critical spares availability and maintain stock levels.
- Housekeeping, safety standards and leadership.
- Mentor and train students.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

The candidates must be medically fit in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act and the Company standards for medical fitness.

Closing Date: 24 September 2026

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