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Fitter & Turner | Mechanical Maintenance Artisan
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About
Qualified Red Seal Fitter and Turner with hands-on experience in manufacturing, automotive production, food processing, municipal infrastructure, and water treatment environments. Skilled in mechanical maintenance, fault finding, equipment installation, preventative maintenance, and breakdown repairs on a wide range of industrial equipment. Known for being dependable, adaptable, and calm under pressure, with the ability to work independently or within a team to keep operations running efficiently.
Experienced in working with pumps, valves, conveyors, gearboxes, pipelines, and production machinery while maintaining high safety and workmanship standards. Strong communication and leadership abilities gained through supervisory and site coordination roles, with a practical understanding of workplace operations, reporting, and maintenance planning.
Experience
Artisan Fitter & Turner at TRUDA FOODS (2021-07 – 2024-02)
- Performed maintenance and repairs on pumps, conveyors, shafts, gearboxes, bearings, and rotating equipment
- Conducted fault finding and resolved mechanical breakdowns efficiently
- Carried out preventative maintenance and routine inspections
- Assisted with machine installations and component replacements
- Maintained compliance with workplace safety procedures and standards
- Completed maintenance reports and communicated technical issues effectively
Apprentice Fitter & Turner at YANFENG GLOBAL AUTOMOTIVE INTERIORS (2018-01 – 2019-05)
- Assisted artisans with maintenance and servicing of robotic assembly lines
- Supported tooling changeovers and equipment adjustments
- Participated in machine inspections and fault reporting
- Gained experience in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement processes
Process Controller Assistant at CHRIS HANI DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY (2015-04 – 2016-05)
- Assisted with operation and maintenance of pumps, filters, pipelines, and valves
- Supported routine inspections and repair work
- Recorded operational information and maintenance activities
- Assisted in ensuring plant functionality and safety compliance
Supervisor – Road Maintenance at Kamadlala Enterprises
Supervisor – EPWP Programme at Intsika Yethu Local Municipality
Education
N2 in Fitting & Turning – Buffalo City College
N2 in Water Treatment Practice – Ikhala TVET College
Certificate in Fitting & Turning – Master Artisan Academy SA
