Senior Fitter Technician

Join an industry leader and make a positive change in the sustainable use of the world’s natural resources. Together, we will transform the business and drive the industry toward a greener future.

At Metso, you will be supported by our inclusive culture and a network of colleagues from around the world. With us, you will embark on a personal growth journey and are encouraged to realize your potential. This is your invitation to rise above the possible.

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JOB TITLE: Senior Fitter Technician – Mogalakwena, Limpopo, South Africa

Metso is a leading global firm specializing in mineral processing solutions. We pride ourselves on our commitment to innovation and excellence and deliver high-quality projects around the world.

This position is responsible for providing Metso customers professional technical support for its products. This position will coordinate and work closely with the LCS Management Teams to assure a common understanding/application of technical support and information to support and provide excellent customer service on Metso Equipment

In this position, you will report directly to the LCS Site Manager.

This position is mainly located in Mogalakwena, South Africa.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, competency and/or ability required

• Work as a member of a maintenance team for reactive and preventative maintenance and repairs
• Fitting and repairing of mechanical parts of Filters
• Coaching filter technicians and operators
• 80% at the Filters, 20% site-related administrative tasks
• Maintenance planning and forecasting[quarterly]
• Stock/spares management
• Lead and support the mechanical filter technicians
• Support the Site Supervisor
• Liase with Engineering Foreman and Section Engineer
• Ability to conduct quarterly audits on the Filters
• Conduct mechanical maintenance work on filters and other crucial areas of the plant to ensure continued operation
• Perform all work in a planned and organised manner, follow instructions and plans, and complete work on schedule
• Ensure that work performed meets all statutory requirements and company standards
• Housekeeping duties of the maintenance area
• In cooperation with the other maintenance personnel, ensure the optimisation of plant performance and continuous development of site maintenance
• Ensure a safe work environment and compliance to all SHEQ regulations and standards during the work and ensure compliance with statuary and other regulations as are required by law
• Continually review and, where necessary suggest changes that will improve the department's occupational health, safety, quality and efficiency performance.
• Other duties as directed by Site Manager.
• Maintaining 5S within the working environment
• Willingness to assist in additional reasonable tasks on hand
• Maximize performance on all equipments
• Complete job cards, logbooks and inspection reports
• Conduct safety inspections
• Must be available and willing to take standby(on-call) and assist colleagues over the phone

WHO YOU ARE

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Trade tested Mechanical Technician red seal
• Three (3) to four (4) years apprenticeship program.
• Minimum 5 years field service experience on Metso equipment, Mining equipment and Larox Filters
• Computer Literate
• Understanding our principles of customer relations and interaction
• Ability to effectively communicate with a drive and performance orientation
• Ability to work in a team atmosphere

WHAT SKILLS, COMPETENCIES AND REQUIREMENTS (HARD AND SOFT) ARE ESSENTIAL FOR THIS ROLE?

• Leadership and relationship-building qualities, a bias for action, and detail-oriented behaviours are required
• A self-motivated individual with the ability to work under stress and meet deadlines
• Good communication, co-operation, and interpersonal skills
• Strong technical, analytical, and mechanical skills and abilities
• Exposure to internal and external environmental conditions, noise, hazards
• Own Transport to and from the site
• Must be able to be on-site within 60min from a breakdown callout

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• An inspiring purpose - Enabling sustainable modern life. Minerals and metals are the backbone of essential functions in the modern world. However, there's a pressing need for more sustainable solutions to collect and process them. At Metso, you get to be part of transforming the industry and making a positive change
• Compensation and rewards - Global incentive program tied to business and performance targets
• A thriving culture - We are committed to developing an inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential. A culture that is courageous, compelling, and caring, and unites our people to build a sustainable future together.
• Extensive learning opportunities - Ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, ambitious projects, and global opportunities.
• Worldwide support - Leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance. We get things done together, through open and honest communication.

GET IN TOUCH

Want to rise above the possible with us? 

• Go to our website www.metso.com, click on careers and start your application

How to join - Working at Metso - About Metso - Diversity and Inclusion - Meet our people

Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers’ energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and service expertise. We are the partner for positive change.  
 
Metso is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. At the end of 2024 Metso had close to 17,000 employees in around 50 countries, and sales in 2024 were about EUR 4.9 billion. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. 

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