Candidate Info

Artisan - Mechanical Fitter

Available for exploratory interviews.
Ref: EP1197052

Company classification: Sales, Distribution & Aftermarket Support (sales & distribution only, in- or exclusive of maintenance, repair, overhaul & aftermarket. e.g. Tier 1 & 2, or OEM equipment supplier. DOES NOT MANUFACTURE). Industry in: FMCG Food Processing - Including Bioprocessing Highest formal qualification and other: Trade Test Certificate Years of experience range: 6 to 10 years (3 to 5 years management) Annual package range: South African Rand - ZAR Annual package range: 0.00 - 150 000, per annum Nationality: South African Home and other languages: English Gender: Male Ethnicity: African/Black Candidate location: South Africa Location preference: I am open to positions internationally.



Online Interview Questionnaire

Primary purpose of current/most recent position:

As a shift leader i manage workers productivity when a general manager is not around, heads up a shift of workers scheduled during a particular part of the day. Along with assigning basic tasks, I provide ongoing feedback and direction as work is performed. I also addresses any employee conflicts that arise during the course of a shift. Carry out Breakdowns, change overs and production Attend Meetings for planning to give feedbacks to the team.

Core elements or functions that must operate effectively in order to achieve primary purpose:

I work with a team of 8 well trained colleagues each one has a specific task or duties to be carried throughout the 8 hour shift each team member has to be committed to their line of duties during production, I make sure everyone in utilized accordingly in order for me to achieve the required results.

Description of self, along with greater purpose and passions:

I'm a very passionate individual who is goal driven and always want results, I hate losing that's one of the element that helps me to improve on a daily basis, I'm always open to new ideas I don't take offense to correction we all humans we make mistakes and I believe they are the best teacher, I'm obsessed with progress.

Ideal business title:

Maintenance manager Maintenance planner Manufacturing manager

Key responsibilities and accountabilities of ideal position:

I have good managerial skills, I work well with a team. I'm a team player i follow instructions and love reading fine prints that pretty much give me the ability to be able to solve problems less the time given. If I'm given 8 hours to cut a tree (i spend 6 hours sharpening the axe then 2 hours to cut it down) I'm Technical minded Problem solved Good with my hands

Skill area of competence:

Preventative Maintenance - Ensure efficient operation of equipment in process area by; - Planning, organizing and conducting inspections of machinery, equipment, structures and services. - Planning scheduled maintenance activities. - Creating job cards. - Conducting maintenance activities. - Review maintenance performance and trends in area. - Review and update schedules & standards. Repaired breakdowns - Lead repair of breakdowns. - Lead breakdown problem solving (RCA). Capture breakdown information in system.

Career summary:

4 years in Moulding plant (chocolate factory) 3 years in Gum department (blister machine) 2 years in Manufacturing 3 (chocolate factory)

What do you absolutely love doing:

I love reading, learning new things that are out of ordinary I love working with people.

Ideal company (culture and values):

A company that has best interests in their employees. With no toxic environment, consistent and not biased in decision making, company that inspire trust and transparent.


If you are looking for a Artisan - Mechanical Fitter, then do get in touch.

Call the Head Office – Gauteng, SA. + 27 10 597 0862.



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