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West Coast Personnel is recruiting a Mechanical Trade-Tested Fitter & Turner for gearbox and motor assembly work in Cape Town. The permanent role pays up to R18,000 per month, with provident fund and medical aid benefits, and applications close on 28 November 2026.
About the company and the work
The role is advertised by West Coast Personnel, a recruitment specialist placing permanent, temporary and contract staff. The successful candidate will work in a technically focused workshop environment, assembling industrial gearboxes, geared motors and electric motors to precise specifications, with a strong emphasis on quality, accuracy and safe working practices.
Role details and duties
The duties stated in the advert are:
- Assemble gearboxes, geared motors, electric motors and brake motors from components and sub-assemblies.
- Configure units to meet specified input, output and mounting requirements.
- Read and interpret workshop orders, picking tickets, assembly instructions and technical manuals.
- Identify and check components using measuring equipment, including verniers.
- Perform shaft preparation, torque fasteners and fit components according to assembly procedures.
- Apply gear ratio charts, lubrication requirements and motor specifications.
- Use hand tools, pneumatic tools and assembly machinery safely.
- Inspect completed assemblies and meet production and quality standards.
- Assist with workshop and on-site repairs when required.
- Maintain a clean, organised and safe work area.
Requirements
Only what the source advert states:
- Recognised Fitter & Turner trade test certificate.
- Practical mechanical fitting, assembly or industrial workshop experience.
- Sound understanding of mechanical components and assembly procedures.
- Ability to interpret technical instructions and use precision measuring equipment.
- Qualified Artisan (Mechanical preferred).
- Reliable transport to work.
- Consistent attendance, punctuality and a responsible approach to teamwork.
- Technical high school graduate with relevant practical experience.
- Also listed in the advert: experience with gearboxes, geared motors, electric motors, pumps, hydraulics or industrial equipment; NATED Mechanical Engineering (N1–N6); knowledge of motor ratings, frame sizes, gear ratios and mounting configurations; and a Fitter and Turner apprentice or trade-related background.
Where to find and apply safely
Apply only through the original Careers24 advert for this vacancy, using the Apply button on this page. The advert is listed by West Coast Personnel, reference CPT001434/BW, and applications close on 28 November 2026. Do not pay anyone to apply, and do not share bank details or passwords with anyone claiming to process your application.
Practical tips
- Put your trade test certificate front and centre, since it is the headline requirement.
- List the assemblies you have built — gearboxes, geared motors, electric motors and brake motors — and the measuring tools you use, including verniers.
- Show that you can read workshop orders, picking tickets and technical manuals accurately.
- Mention any experience with pumps, hydraulics or industrial equipment, and any NATED Mechanical Engineering studies.
- Confirm that you have reliable transport to work in Cape Town.
How the process works
Applications are made through the original Careers24 advert. The advert does not state a shortlisting or feedback timeline, so treat the closing date of 28 November 2026 as the key milestone and keep a copy of your application.
Important information
This post is for information only. We are not the employer and we do not handle applications, shortlisting or hiring decisions. Always confirm the details in the original advert before applying.
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