Mechanical Fitter

Job Description

C.P Engineering Limited is currently looking to hire an experienced Mechanical Fitter to be based in Kitwe.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Maintenance Fitters fit and assemble parts and sub-assemblies made from metal and other materials to make production

Maintaining & repairing machines

Mark the shape and dimensions of a part to be machined by studying blueprints and using measuring instruments

Assemble and fit machined parts using drill holes and tap threads, if necessary, for bolting parts together

Providing onsite quality control by inspecting works for conformance with specifications, requirements, and compliance with safety regulations.

Performing works in accordance with established safety rules, instructions, and company procedures.

Check tightness of joints and operation of moving parts, and file or chisel parts to make final adjustments if the fit is not perfect

Cut, thread, bend and install hydraulic and pneumatic pipes and lines

Installing, inspecting, repairing, maintaining, modifying, servicing, and carrying out alteration and testing of all mechanical machinery, equipment, and systems.

Disassembling appliances so that problems can be diagnosed, and repairs be done.

Clean and lubricate assembled machinery or equipment

Operate powered machines which may be manually, or computer controlled

Erect machinery and equipment in the workshop

Inspect machinery regularly and make any adjustments or repairs needed, by removing any worn or damaged parts to install replacements, by sending a damaged part to the machine shop for repair or by doing the repair work themselves

Preferred candidate qualifications & experience

Full grade 12 certificate OR GCE.

Diploma/Craft Certificate in Mechanical Fitting or Engineering or its equivalent

4 years and above working experience in Engineering and Manufacturing industry.

Full paid 2024 Member of Engineering Institute of Zambia

Skills and competencies

Good Communication and interpersonal skills

Critical Thinker and ability to make decisions

High professional ethics and proficiency

Strong technical competence in mechanical and electrical fitting

Ability to self-manage.

Ability to operate manual and automatic machinery or equipment when repairing.

Knowledge of the properties of metal and other material

Good at math with analytical abilities

Ability to work in a pressured and deadline-driven environment.

Computer literate

Physical stamina and strength to lift heavy items