STC - Fitter SAA Technical (12 Months)

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**Overview** This role is for an STC - Fitter on a 12-month contract with SAA Technical, a division of South African Airways (SAA). The primary purpose of this position is to perform inspection, planned and corrective maintenance, fault-finding, repair, assembly, and installation of mechanical plant and equipment across SAA and SAAT facilities. The Fitter ensures that critical mechanical systems such as pumps, valves, bearings, shafts, couplings, gearboxes, jacks, cranes, and related systems operate safely, reliably, and efficiently, adhering to approved maintenance procedures, technical specifications, and occupational health and safety requirements. **What you will do** * Perform planned and corrective maintenance on mechanical plant and equipment. * Inspect, service, repair, and replace components including pumps, valves, bearings, shafts, couplings, gearboxes, jacks, and cranes, along with related equipment. * Conduct routine inspections to identify defects and proactively prevent failures, thereby maintaining equipment reliability and operational availability. * Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical faults and breakdowns, performing necessary repairs and overhauls to minimize operational disruptions. * Conduct root cause analysis on recurring failures. * Assemble, fit, align, and install mechanical equipment, and assist with testing, commissioning, and equipment start-up activities. * Interpret technical drawings, manuals, and specifications relevant to the role. * Comply strictly with occupational health and safety requirements and perform all maintenance in accordance with approved procedures and standards. * Report safety hazards, identified defects, and non-compliance issues. * Complete all necessary work orders, inspection reports, and maintenance records accurately. * Identify and specify spare parts and material requirements. * Support maintenance projects, planned shutdowns, and equipment upgrades. * Respond promptly to breakdowns and emergency maintenance requests. * Support the safe and continuous operation of SAA and SAAT facilities. * Collaborate with internal stakeholders, contractors, and service providers as required. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **Qualifications & Experience:** * Grade 12/Matric or equivalent qualification at NQF level 4. * Recognised Trade Test Certificate: Fitter (essential). * Valid driver's licence. * Minimum 2 - 3 years' post-trade experience in facilities, commercial, industrial, airport or critical-infrastructure maintenance. * Demonstrated experience in mechanical maintenance, equipment installation, fault-finding and breakdown repairs. * **Knowledge and Skills:** * Mechanical fitting and maintenance principles. * Planned and corrective maintenance. * Mechanical fault-finding and diagnostics. * Knowledge of pumps, valves, bearings, seals, shafts, couplings and gearboxes. * Equipment assembly, alignment and installation. * Interpretation of mechanical drawings and technical manuals. * Precision measuring tools, hand tools and power tools. * Lubrication and condition inspection. * Occupational Health and Safety Act and safe isolation procedures. * Maintenance records and job cards. * Basic MS Office and report writing. * Good verbal and written communication. * **Attributes:** * Safety conscious. * Attention to detail. * Accountability and reliability. * Integrity and professionalism. * Problem-solving mindset. * Team player. * Ability to work independently and under pressure. * Quality and service orientation. **Who should apply** An individual with a Grade 12/Matric qualification and an essential recognised Trade Test Certificate as a Fitter, possessing a valid driver's licence. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 to 3 years of post-trade experience specifically in mechanical maintenance within facility, commercial, industrial, airport, or critical-infrastructure environments, demonstrating proven experience in equipment installation, fault-finding, and breakdown repairs. Applicants should possess strong knowledge of mechanical fitting and maintenance principles, diagnostics, various mechanical components, and the ability to interpret technical drawings. Proficiency in using relevant tools, maintaining accurate records, and basic MS Office skills are required, along with good verbal and written communication. Furthermore, the candidate should be safety-conscious, detail-oriented, accountable, reliable, professional, a proactive problem-solver, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively under pressure, with a strong commitment to quality and service. **Deadline** 27th October, 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/stc-fitter-saa-technical-12-months-south-african-airways-saa Source: myjobmag

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