Fitter (Assembler)

 Do you want to make a difference in the world and contribute to a sustainable future? 

We believe we can develop the technology and gain the know-how to make a difference. It’s a big responsibility, and we are committed to making an impactful positive change. We need your skills, curiosity, and drive for change to fulfil our goal. Together, we enable our customers to produce the materials and technology needed for a better future. Come see the FLSmidth difference.  

Department  

You will be part of the Europe, Middle East and Africa regions and mining team. By joining this team, you will have the chance to work in a multinational organization and in an environment involving different cultures and different challenges.  

 Your responsibilities  

• Assemble and build equipment according to engineering drawings, manufacturing specifications, quality control plans (QCPs), and internal standards.  
• Interpret and extract assembly requirements from technical drawings, standards, manuals, and work instructions.  
• Perform fitting, assembly, refurbishment, repair, and replacement of equipment components and assemblies.  
• Conduct disassembly, cleaning, inspection, stacking, storage, and preparation of assemblies and components for refurbishment or repair.  
• Assist the Foreman in assessing equipment condition and determining refurbishment requirements.  
• Operate a variety of hand tools, power tools, lifting equipment, and workshop machinery safely and effectively.  
• Perform basic lifting, rigging, and material handling activities in accordance with company procedures and safety standards.  
• Conduct routine inspections of assemblies and components to verify compliance with engineering and quality specifications.  
• Complete all required production, quality, maintenance, and service documentation accurately and on time.  
• Maintain tools, equipment, workshop facilities, and company vehicles in a safe and serviceable condition.  
• Maintain a clean, organised, and hazard-free work environment in accordance with company standards and 5S principles.  
• Support modifications, upgrades, and improvements to equipment and assembly processes.  
• Meet production schedules and contribute to achieving departmental productivity targets.  
• Provide support to other departments and functions as required.  
• Travel to customer sites to install, commission, remove, inspect, or support equipment when required.  
• Work overtime, standby duties, shift work, shutdowns, and emergency call-outs as operational requirements dictate.  
• Adhere to all Health, Safety, Environmental (HSE), and Quality requirements while promoting a safety-first culture.  
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction. 

Key Competencies 
 

• Attention to detail and precision. 
• Safety-focused mindset. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Effective communication and teamwork. 
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. 
• Accountability and ownership of work outputs. 
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet production deadlines. 
• Adaptability and commitment to continuous learning and improvement. 

What you bring  

• Mechanical Fitter Part I & II (or an equivalent National Craft/Technician Certificate)
• Higher National Diploma (HND) or BTech in Mechanical Engineering (Advantageous)
• 2-3 years of post-qualification experience if qualified through a Higher National Diploma (HND)
• 5-8+ years of relevant industry experience if qualified through the Part I & II Technical Certificate route.
• Competency in the use of hand tools, power tools, measuring instruments, and workshop equipment.  
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and assembly documentation.  
• Experience with lifting and rigging practices.  
• Knowledge of mechanical assembly, refurbishment, and repair techniques.  
• Understanding of quality standards and inspection requirements.  
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and 5S methodologies would be advantageous.  
• Willingness to travel to customer sites and work extended hours when required. 

 
  What we offer

  
As an equal opportunity employer, FLSmidth embraces diversity and equality by promoting an environment of inclusion. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply – the more diverse our employees are, the stronger our team is. In our commitment to equal opportunity and eliminating bias, we kindly request that you exclude personal information such as age, ethnicity, number of children, and photograph from your application materials.  

  
Kindly note that we will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews on an ongoing basis so please apply as soon as possible. 

All suitable candidates shall be subject to a personal suitability check which shall include but not be limited to a criminal record check, citizenship check, qualification verification and employment verification.  

About FLSmidth  

FLSmidth is the leading supplier of engineering, equipment and service solutions to customers in the mining industry – for more information please visit FLSmidth.com/careers  

All applications are to be done via Workday  

We offer all employees access to a dedicated recognition platform, empowering you to celebrate achievements, share appreciation and stay connected globally.