Fitter – Sappi Southern Africa

Department: Engineering

Posting Date: 07 January 2026

Closing Date: 21 January 2026

We Are Hiring an Experienced Fitter

Sappi Southern Africa is seeking a qualified and experienced Fitter to join the Engineering team at Ngodwana Mill. This role is ideal for a safety-conscious mechanical professional who is passionate about plant reliability, preventative maintenance, and continuous improvement within a heavy engineering or manufacturing environment.

As a Fitter, you will play a key role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of plant equipment, directly contributing to overall equipment effectiveness and long-term plant performance.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Performing mechanical maintenance on plant equipment, including gearboxes, pumps, screens, bearings, and chain drives

• Planning and executing maintenance activities in line with maintenance notifications and planned schedules

• Diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical faults during breakdowns to minimise downtime

• Conducting detailed daily and weekly inspections to ensure optimal plant performance

• Providing standby support for after-hours and weekend breakdowns when required

• Reporting all unsafe acts, conditions, and deviations to the Maintenance Support Mechanical (Foreman)

• Actively participating in Behaviour-Based Safety (BBS) programmes to promote a strong safety culture

• Requesting, withdrawing, and managing spare parts through SAP

• Maintaining and updating SAP Master Data, ensuring accurate work orders and maintenance records

• Adhering to all safety, quality, and engineering standards within the mill

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications

To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• A recognised Trade Test Certificate as a Mechanical Fitter or Fitter and Turner

• Grade 12 with Mathematics and Science, or an N3 Engineering qualification

• Minimum of 2 years post-apprenticeship experience in a heavy engineering or industrial environment (preferred)

• A valid driver’s licence

• Strong mechanical fault-finding and maintenance skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced plant environment

Why Join Sappi?

Sappi offers an opportunity to build a long-term career within a global manufacturing organisation, with access to:

• A safety-driven and professional working environment

• Continuous learning and skills development programmes

• Exposure to world-class engineering operations

• Competitive employee benefits and career progression opportunities

How To Apply?

Closing Date: 21 January 2026

If you are a skilled Mechanical Fitter looking to grow your career within a reputable industrial organisation, this opportunity is for you.