Manufacturing

Mechanical Artisan / Fitter & Turner

Riseup Management·Durban, south-africa·FULL_TIME
Manufacturingentry-levelFULL_TIME
-Closes Nov 13, 2026

Job Purpose To maintain, repair, install and improve mechanical machinery and equipment used in the confectionery manufacturing operation. Key Responsibilities Attend to mechanical breakdowns on production machinery. Conduct preventative mechanical maintenance. Inspect machinery for wear, damage and potential failures. Repair and replace bearings, shafts, chains, sprockets, belts, seals and other mechanical components. Assist with maintenance of conveyors, pumps, gearboxes and production equipment. Assist with machinery installation and commissioning. Perform alignment, lubrication and adjustment of equipment. Carry out basic fabrication and machining work where appropriately skilled. Identify recurring mechanical problems and recommend corrective action. Maintain maintenance records. Ensure tools and equipment are properly maintained. Assist with machinery changeovers and production setup. Respond promptly to production breakdowns. Follow factory safety procedures and machine-isolation requirements. Maintain good housekeeping in maintenance areas. Support engineering improvement projects

At a glance

Company

Riseup Management

Location

Durban, south-africa

Employment

FULL_TIME

Experience

entry-level

Valid until

November 13, 2026

Created

October 14, 2026