Tala Consulting
Junior Mechanical Fitter
Description
Job Overview
The Junior Mechanical Fitter provides hands-on support to the mechanical maintenance team, carrying out isolation, removal, refurbishment and installation of valves, pipework, panels and instruments on plant and process equipment.
Reporting to the Site Supervisor / Maintenance Foreman, the successful candidate will carry out mechanical fitting, rigging and pressure-testing tasks under supervision, working safely within isolation and permit systems while developing the practical skills required to progress within the mechanical discipline.
Responsibilities
Isolation and Safety Preparation
- Verify lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) procedures.
- Ensure pipelines are drained and gas-free.
- Follow confined space entry procedures.
- Check for flammable vapours.
Mechanical Work
- Assess, clean and test old equipment.
- Remove old valves, panels and instruments.
- Disconnect flanges, bolts and gaskets.
- Handle heavy valves using lifting equipment.
- Clean and degrease valves.
- Replace seals, seats and packing.
- Replace gaskets and studs.
- Recoat or repaint equipment with anti-corrosion coatings.
- Carry out waterproofing.
- Install new valves, pipe supports, ladders and instruments.
- Align pipework and valves correctly.
- Torque flange bolts to correct specifications.
- Ensure proper gasket seating.
- Perform welding as required.
- Perform rigging as required.
- Procure materials, tools and equipment required for the work.
Safety Considerations
- Comply with OHS Act of 1993 requirements.
- Comply with applicable Jig standards.
Pressure Testing and Commissioning
- Perform hydrostatic pressure tests.
- Check for fuel leaks.
- Confirm valves open/close properly.
- Assist during system commissioning.
- Prepare project progress reports.
Requirements
- Grade 12 (Matric).
- N2–N3 Mechanical Engineering.
- Trade Test Certificate (Fitter / Fitting & Turning – Red Seal).
- Driver's License.
- Previous experience working in the petrochemical industry will be an added advantage.
Skills
- Planning.
- Blueprint reading.
- Time management.
- Problem solving.
- Initiative.
- Team player.
- MS Office proficiency.
Skills
- LOTO procedures
- Confined space entry procedures
- Welding
- Rigging
- Pressure testing
- Planning
- Blueprint reading
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Initiative
- Team player
- MS Office proficiency
Closing date
29 Sep 2026