Mechanical Artisan

Qualification details

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Recognised Mechanical Trade Test (Fitter, Fitter & Turner, Millwright or equivalent)
• N3 Mechanical Engineering or higher

• 35 years post-trade experience in FMCG, food, beverage, packaging, or manufacturing environments.
• Experience working on automated production and packaging equipment.
• Experience with pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, pneumatic systems, and process equipment.
• High-care food manufacturing experience advantageous.

• Mechanical fault finding
• Hydraulics and pneumatics
• Pumps and valves
• Bearings and power transmission systems
• Welding and fabrication basics
• Preventative maintenance techniques
• Equipment alignment and installation
• Reading engineering drawings