Crane Fitter / Millwright

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

We are seeking a suitably qualified Crane Fitter for the Maintenance Department for a manufacturing concern in Perseverance. You will be accountable for providing preventative maintenance and attending to mechanical breakdowns to ensure plant availability and minimize downtime.

Responsibilities:

• Repair and maintain all lifting equipment (LTI)
• Repair and maintain all electrical hoist, wire and chain hoists
• Responsible for inspections on all lifting equipment
• Assist Lifting Machine Inspector with load testing and inspection
• Responsible for preventative maintenance on all hoist and overhead cranes
• Responsible for update and filing of all service and inspection sheets
• Conduct breakdown maintenance, complete proactive maintenance / maintain plant and machinery
• Assist in installation and commissioning of new equipment
• Perform planned maintenance tasks on mechanical and electrical equipment
• Adhere to industry environmental, safety and OHSA standards
• Fault finding, testing and evaluating equipment for irregularities then repairing the same
• Investigate problem areas by reading and working from mechanical drawings
• Safety installation and compliance
• Use the planned maintenance system with reference to the inline maintenance schedules and shutdown maintenance schedules
• Adhere to both industry quality standards and the requirements of ISO9001
• Where appropriate, oversee work of contractors on site
• Provide support and assistance to all departments

Requirements:

• Must be a qualified Fitter or Millwright with recognized Trade Test
• 3 – 5 Years post apprenticeship experience in a manufacturing environment
• Preference will be given to those registered LMI or LTI’s
• Must be able to climb and work on heights with no medical restrictions
• Must have own reliable transport
• Electrical experience will be an advantage

Screening:

• Undergo a screening and assessment process
• Work overtime/shifts and be on standby and/or overtime at short notice