Foreman Fitter & Turner (2 Positions)

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.

Job Summary

• Job Type: Full-time
• Location: Harare, Zimbabwe
• Category: Engineering
• Salary: A competitive salary commensurate with the post and other benefits will be disclosed to successful candidates.
• Closing Date: 2026-11-06

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Salary

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

How 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.
• NOTE: Only shortlisted applicants will be responded to.
• CANVASSING WILL DISQUALIFY APPLICANTS.