Summary: Responsible for removal, disassembly, machining, repair, fitting, reassembly and installation of all mechanical plant and machinery including but not...

Job Details

  • Deadline: To arrive not later than 6 November 2026.
  • Company: Vacancy Mail Zimbabwe
  • Location: MECHANICAL WORKSHOP

Job Description

Job Description

FOREMAN FITTER & TURNER (2 POSITIONS)

GRADE: 8

LOCATION: MECHANICAL WORKSHOP

DEPARTMENT: HARARE WATER

REPORTING TO: WORKSHOP SUPERINTENDENT

JOB OBJECTIVE

Responsible for removal, disassembly, machining, repair, fitting, reassembly and installation of all mechanical plant and machinery including but not limited to pumps, boreholes, valves, gearboxes, elevators, blowers, vacuum pumps (truck mounted), fans, aerators, stirrers and mixers including all workshop and field maintenance services to ensure optimum plant availability.

Duties and Responsibilities

KEY RESULT AREAS

  • Supervision of installation, repairs and maintenance of plant and machinery.
  • Inspection, diagnosis and correction of failed and malfunctioning plant and machinery.
  • Supervises manufacturing of spares and components.
  • Reading and interpreting mechanical drawing to subordinates.
  • Implementation of Safety and Health standards protocols.
  • Compilation of daily/weekly/monthly reports.

Qualifications and Experience

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

  • Skilled Worker Class (1) Fitter and Turning Certificate.
  • National Craft Certificate in Fitting and Machine Shop Engineering.
  • Diploma in Fitting and Machine Shop Engineering (A MUST).
  • 5 ‘O’ LEVELS.
  • Computer Literacy.
  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings.
  • Clean Class 4 Drivers Licence (A MUST).
  • At least Five (5) years post qualification experience in the relevant field.
  • Experience with use of various couplings, selection, usage, advantages and disadvantages.
  • Familiarity with Occupational Health & Safety Act & Environmental Management Act.
  • Basic understanding of motor control and electrical principles.

KEY COMPETENCES

  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Team player.
  • Leadership skills.

How to Apply

GENERAL APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Compensation and Benefits

A competitive salary commensurate with the post and other benefits will be disclosed to successful candidates.

NB: City of Harare is an equal opportunities employer. All applicants are encouraged to apply.

Written application letter together with a detailed curriculum vitae and certified copies of both educational and professional qualifications should be submitted to:

Human Capital Director

Rowan Martin Building

P.O. Box 1680

HARARE

Or hand deliver to: Records Office – Basement, Rowan Martin Building.

DEADLINE: To arrive not later than 6 November 2026.

How to Apply

Application link: Apply for this job