Omnia – Artisan Fitter

Employment Type: Permanent

Number of Positions: 3

Industry: Manufacturing / Chemicals / Fertilizer

Closing Date: 05 January 2026

Job Overview

The Omnia Fertilizer Division is recruiting qualified Artisan Fitters to join its manufacturing plant in Sasolburg. The successful candidates will be responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and repairing mechanical equipment, as well as performing shutdown maintenance work in line with world-class manufacturing standards.

This role is ideal for experienced artisans with strong mechanical skills, particularly in motors, pumps, and plant equipment.

Key Responsibilities

Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with the OHS Act and statutory safety requirements

• Apply safety regulations related to machinery and mechanical equipment

Maintenance & Reliability (MTBF)

• Execute planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and strategic maintenance tasks

• Conduct maintenance inspections and advanced fault finding

• Manage and utilise spares and tools effectively

• Record and report downtime, incidents, and equipment performance

5S & Continuous Improvement

• Drive and maintain 5S principles within the plant

• Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives

Minimum Qualifications

• Matric with Mathematics and Science

• N2 or N3 Engineering qualification

• Trade Test (Red Seal) – Fitter / Fitter and Turner

Experience Required

• 2–5 years’ experience as an Artisan in a maintenance or manufacturing environment

• Proven experience working with motors and pumps

Job Competencies

Core Behavioural Competencies

• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

• High work standards, reliability, and accountability

• Adaptability, initiative, and stress tolerance

• Excellent communication, planning, and organisational skills

• Integrity, trust, and relationship-building abilities

Functional / Technical Competencies

• Mechanical maintenance and fault-finding expertise

• Coaching and mentoring skills

• Root-cause analysis and troubleshooting

• Resource and time management

• Conflict management and customer service orientation

Cross-Functional & Leadership Competencies

• Strong collaboration with shift and operational teams

• Functional integration with plant and maintenance systems

• Ability to drive results and motivate others

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply online through the Omnia careers portal before the closing date.

Closing Date: 05 January 2026

Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.