STC - Fitter Assistant SAA Technical (12 Months)

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**Overview** This role is for a STC - Fitter Assistant within the SAA Technical division of South African Airways SAA, offered on a 12-month contract. The Fitter Assistant's core function is to provide practical support to qualified Fitters and other artisans. This includes assisting with the inspection, servicing, maintenance, installation, and repair of mechanical plant, machinery, and equipment. The role involves preparing tools and work areas, handling components and materials, performing basic maintenance tasks under supervision, and contributing to safe, reliable, and efficient facilities operations. **What you will do** * Assist Fitters with planned and corrective maintenance activities * Support the inspection, servicing, repair, and installation of mechanical equipment * Clean, lubricate, and prepare equipment and components for maintenance activities * Assist with the removal, replacement, and handling of mechanical parts * Prepare tools, materials, and work areas before maintenance tasks * Transport and organise components, equipment, and maintenance materials * Maintain housekeeping standards in workshops, plant rooms, and work areas * Ensure tools and equipment are cleaned and stored correctly after use * Assist with routine equipment inspections * Identify and report visible defects, leaks, damage, or abnormal equipment conditions * Support basic troubleshooting activities under supervision * Follow occupational health and safety requirements and safe work procedures * Use personal protective equipment PPE correctly * Assist with lockout, isolation, and other safety controls as directed * Report hazards, unsafe conditions, and incidents promptly * Assist with completing maintenance records and work orders * Record maintenance activities and equipment information accurately * Support stock control by identifying material and spare part requirements * Respond to maintenance requests and breakdown support activities * Assist artisans during shutdowns, projects, and equipment upgrades * Provide general labour and technical support as required by supervisors **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Grade 12/Matric or equivalent qualification at NQF Level 4 * Ability to perform physical tasks, work in plant or workshop environments and use required PPE * Must operate under the direction of a qualified Fitter or responsible supervisor (independent artisan certification is not required) * Basic understanding of mechanical tools, components and workshop practices * Safe use and care of hand tools and basic power tools * Basic measuring, marking, fastening, cleaning and lubrication skills * Awareness of mechanical hazards, PPE and safe working procedures * Ability to follow verbal and written instructions accurately * Basic numeracy, literacy and job-card record keeping * Good communication and teamwork * Ability to identify and report visible defects or unsafe conditions * Safety conscious * Reliable * Willing to learn * Team orientated * Disciplined * Quality focused * Physically capable * Responsible * Detail orientated * Service focused **Who should apply** This role is suited for individuals who possess a Grade 12/Matric qualification and are seeking an entry-level position to provide practical assistance to qualified Fitters and artisans in a mechanical maintenance environment. The ideal candidate will be physically capable, safety-conscious, reliable, and willing to learn, working effectively under supervision. They should demonstrate teamwork, discipline, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining high standards in technical support and safety procedures. **Deadline** 27th October, 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/stc-fitter-assistant-saa-technical-12-months-south-african-airways-saa Source: myjobmag

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