Fitter

Sappi
KwaZulu-Natal
Full-time
Posted 1 hour ago
Full-time Trades & Services
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Job Description

We are hiring! 

  • At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed.
  • We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.  
  • We’re on the lookout for a Fitter to perform maintenance and repairs on machinery and equipment to ensure optimum plant availability.    

As a Fitter you will be responsible for: 

  • Maintenance, overhaul and repair of machinery and equipment
  • Fit, assemble, grind and shape metal parts and sub-assemblies to maintain production machines and other equipment 
  • Scope and plan work orders as required
  • Complete works orders
  • Adhere to all Engineering and Safety standards
  • Perform fault finding on equipment and participate in RCA's
  • Perform daily and weekly route and plant inspections; and report all defects
  • Maintain a high level of housekeeping

What are we looking for?

  • Matric plus full N2 Mechanical Engineering Certificate (All 4 full subjects completed)
  • N3 Mechanical Engineering would be an advantage
  • Recognised Fitter Trade Test Certificate
  • Sappi Internal Artisan Development Program or Apprenticeship would be an advantage
  • 2 years post-apprenticeship experience in a heavy engineering/industrial environment
  • Valid driver’s licence would be an advantage
  • Rotable overhaul experience would be an advantage
  • Roll Fitting experience would be an advantage
  • SAP experience in a manufacturing industry would be an advantage
  • Excellent fault-finding and troubleshooting abilities
  • The ability to work under pressure while following all procedures and standards
  • Must be able to perform standby duties, and at times required to work overtime at short notice

Interested in this role?

You'll apply on Sappi's own site before 6 November 2026. Put your most relevant experience at the top of your CV first.

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Job details
Job TypeFull-time
LocationKwaZulu-Natal
CategoryTrades & Services
Experience2+ years
Posted23 October 2026
Closing Date6 November 2026
Sappi
KwaZulu-Natal

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