Solenis

Fitter

Solenis  •  South Africa (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

LOCATION

Kempton Park, Gauteng

DEPARTMENT

Maintenance

VACANCY

Fitter

REPORTING TO

Maintenance Foreman

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

Trade Test Certificate as Fitter or Millwright

ROLE SUMMARY

Role Purpose:

​​To carry out tasks in the facilities or any other maintenance tasks decided upon by the Maintenance Foreman / Plant Foreman. 

​Performs technical work and using standard operating procedures and trade qualifications and or previous experience. 

​Works closely with operation and other technical disciplines. 

​Builds up and maintains a high level of knowledge and competence in his specialized field. 

Actively supports the safety culture by applying the relevant local safety policies and guidelines / procedures​ 

Responsibilities

Work shifts as per IWC policies

Perform any work allocated by a Foreman without direct supervision.

Carry out minor and major tasks in the plant, workshop or at any other facilities during production / operation processes without direct supervision.

Performs any allocated work from Projects or any other IWC directive department.

Applies preventative, predictive, and reactive tasks according to IWC standards and procedures and trade test certification.

Manage and supervise any team as and when required.

May coach and instruct other team members.

Stand in for supervisor as and when required.

Reporting of all equipment / plant deviations.

Plan work and solve problems.

Housekeeping according to 5S principles.

Responsible to reach cost, schedule and functionality goals of a given assignment.

Ad hoc duties – as requested by any senior employee.

Reporting of all equipment / plant deviations.

Plan work and solve problems .

Enforce safety, quality and housekeeping .

Adhoc duties as requested by any senior employee.

Perform standby and overtime duties as required

MINIMUM CRITICAL REQUIREMENTS, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Good standards of literacy and numeracy 

Fluent in English 

Good health – physically fit, free of respiratory problems, good sight, and hearing 

Must be able to operate while wearing specified PPE (PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT) 

Strong work ethic  

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings 

Trade test Certificate as a Fitter or Millwright

N3 / Grade 12

Please NOTE: The role involves working in a chemical manufacturing environment with potential exposure to hazardous chemical agents and airborne particulates. The successful candidate must be able to perform the inherent requirements of the role safely and will complete a role-specific occupational health assessment in accordance with applicable law.

ATTITUDE

A positive and enthusiastic attitude. Eagerness to learn new skills. Ability to remain calm in challenging situations and respond in a professional and logical manner. Creativity and attention to detail.

BENEFITS

As per Innovative Water Care policy

Solenis

About Solenis

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of ~23000 professionals in 160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree.

For additional information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media.

Industry
Chemicals & Materials
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Wilmington, DE
Year Founded
Unknown
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