Artisan - Fitter

Location: Mbombela, Mpumalanga

SUMMARY

Manganese Metal Company (“MMC”), based in Mbombela (Nelspruit, Mpumalanga Province), is the world’s largest producer of 99.9% electrolytic manganese metal (“EMM”). The company has been in operation since 1974, has a unique global marketing network and is a niche market supplier of EMM to an established international customer base.

We supply more than 120 customers in over 20 countries and our systems, equipment, safe operating philosophy and excellent business practices provide our customers with peace of mind, first-class quality and reliable supply. Our products are used in the top-end of the market, in the aluminum, steel, non-ferrous alloys, rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, chemicals and welding consumable industries.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The job incumbent safely carries out preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment, and installation work when required, in line with documented work instructions.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION REGARDING THE JOB

In this position, the job incumbent will be part of the engineering services team at MMC and play an important role in working closely with various engineering teams and other departments to achieve world class service delivery to his clients. This position is a great opportunity for the incumbent to display their skills, by resolving difficult mechanical, fitting and maintenance challenges safely and within the company requirements. The job requires a self-starter, energetic individual and a doer.

MMC operates on a 24hr/365day basis. Success in this role happens when the desired uptime and throughput of equipment is achieved at the lowest cost. Risk assessments, work planning and execution will form part of your daily routine.

MMC offers a fast paced and dynamic working environment, where the person will have an opportunity to support MMC in keeping up with the industry standards and play a vital role in influencing the changes required to be on par with the industry standards. The Individual will most importantly enjoy the satisfaction of being part of the world’s only team that delivers the MMC brand of Electrolytic Manganese Metal (EMM) to our niche customers all over the world, directly from the lovely Mbombela, in Mpumalanga.

JOB OBJECTIVES

• Prioritize and perform the job as outlined in the Work Order and as per the detailed Task List.
• Capture history & complete the job card to the required standard.
• Complete Work Order on ONKEY with the correct time and all details to the required standard.
• Provide feedback to the Maintenance
• Investigate and diagnose problems and breakdowns.
• Conduct risk assessment before proceeding with maintenance activities.
• Carry out repairs, maintenance and preventative maintenance work on equipment.
• Monitor the efficiency of maintained equipment and machinery.
• Effectively maintain toolkit.
• Maintain the routable spares.
• Perform isolation and lockout and issue lockout documents (i.e. permit to work) where applicable.
• Prioritize maintenance activities according to production requirements where required.
• Complete works order.
• Carry out plant inspections, action shortcomings where possible & report on integrity and safety matters.
• Maintain a clean working environment.
• Complete logbook for company vehicle.
• Keep company vehicle and company property clean

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

• N3/Matric with Maths and Science.
• Trade Certification (qualified Fitter/Fitter and Turner).
• Computer literacy (Basic).
• Code 08 driver’s license.
• 3-4 years’ experience in fitting/fitting and turning, post qualification.

COMPETENCIES

• Reliable
• Quality Conscious
• Safety Conscious
• Cost Conscious
• Technically Capable
• Manually Capable
• Team working
• Communicating

Working conditions

• Plant and workshop based, exposed to hazardous chemicals and biological agents.
• Regular travelling required (local).
• Standby required.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your CV with supporting documents to show proof of above-mentioned qualifications and experience to : Sign in to view email

Communication will be limited strictly to shortlisted candidates; should you not receive any correspondence from us within 30 days after the closing date, please consider your application to having been unsuccessful. The Company also reserves the right to not appoint.

The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

Please note that MMC is a drug and alcohol-free company.

Closing date of application: 11 August 2026