Mechanical Engineering Artisan Role – Siqalo Foods Division

RCL Foods is seeking a qualified Boiler House Fitter Artisan to join the Siqalo Foods Division based in Boksburg, Gauteng. This permanent engineering role reports directly to the Site Services Lead and forms part of the company’s Engineering function.

The purpose of this role is to provide multidisciplinary engineering and operational skills to ensure that general maintenance is carried out effectively within prescribed guidelines. The Boiler House Fitter Artisan will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing machinery, equipment, and fixtures, ensuring all work is conducted in accordance with relevant codes of practice and standards.

This opportunity is suited to experienced mechanical artisans with boiler house exposure who are seeking long-term employment within a structured FMCG manufacturing environment.

Purpose of the Role

The Boiler House Fitter Artisan is responsible for ensuring efficient and cost-effective maintenance of mechanical equipment and machinery within the assigned area of responsibility.

The role focuses on installing, assembling, testing, inspecting, and maintaining equipment using hand tools and power tools. Maintenance activities must be completed in line with legislative requirements, safety standards, and internal maintenance procedures.

The position supports plant reliability, operational efficiency, and compliance with safety, hygiene, and food safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

The artisan will manage day-to-day activities within the boiler house environment while working collaboratively with boiler operators and fellow artisans.

The role requires managing scheduled maintenance tasks by participating in planned maintenance activities and executing them according to plant requirements. Planned maintenance schedules must be used to coordinate daily activities.

Machine drawings must be interpreted and understood to improve performance and reduce downtime. The artisan must give input into feasibility studies for projects and contribute to annual factory shutdown planning.

Maintenance responsibilities include assembling, installing, testing, inspecting, and maintaining mechanical systems. Proactive inspections must be conducted to identify potential faults before breakdowns occur.

Fault finding must be performed using appropriate tools and diagnostic techniques. The artisan must interpret problems, optimise production output, and carry out plant repairs with urgency.

Root Cause Analysis tools such as Fishbone and 5 Why must be used when completing work orders. The role includes participating in strategic engineering plans to drive breakdown reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.

Recommendations for continuous improvement must be made, and participation in WCM activities is required. Major engineering losses in the area must be identified and investigated using Kaizen problem-solving methodologies.

The artisan must communicate outstanding job cards to the Engineering Superintendent and Engineering Maintenance Planner.

Tool management is a critical responsibility. Power tools, hand tools, and maintenance equipment must be monitored, kept in good working condition, and stored safely. Broken tools must be reported immediately. The tool register must be updated, and all tools must remain secure.

General workshop maintenance, store maintenance, cleaning of premises after maintenance, and adherence to 5S housekeeping principles are mandatory. Unused items must be removed from operating areas and stored correctly.

The role includes performing risk assessments within the area of responsibility, maintaining a safe working environment, and adhering to SHEQ policies, HACCP requirements, and company procedures at all times.

The artisan must demonstrate effective teamwork and self-management by taking ownership of tasks, prioritising work effectively, and ensuring productivity and quality standards are consistently maintained.

Minimum Requirements

Completed N3 and relevant Mechanical Trade Test

Minimum 5 years’ experience

Experience with boilers, pumps, and conveyors will be advantageous

Valid driver’s license

Willingness to perform standby duties

Willingness to respond promptly to call-outs

Willingness to work outside normal working hours

Welding training will be an advantage

Technical and Professional Skills

Professional presentation and conduct within the working environment

Ability to think creatively and solve problems

Ability to monitor machines and perform repairs using technical skills

Strong technical and analytical capability

Excellent communication skills

Ability to make quick and decisive decisions considering food safety, hygiene standards, and safety of personnel and equipment

Experience working with internal stakeholders including Site Services Lead, Boiler Operators, Process Engineers, Instrumentation Artisans, Maintenance Leads, Maintenance Planners, Plant Controllers, and Engineering Store Supervisors

Experience engaging with external contractors and suppliers

These competencies are essential for candidates seeking boiler house fitter jobs and mechanical artisan roles within FMCG manufacturing environments.

Work Environment and Operational Focus

The Boiler House Fitter Artisan operates within an industrial boiler house and engineering environment in Boksburg. The role requires standby duties, call-outs, and work outside normal hours when required.

The position demands strict compliance with Safety, Health, Environment, Risk, and Quality standards. Maintenance must be conducted according to company policies, safe maintenance procedures, and legislative requirements.

The environment requires urgency in breakdown response, commitment to preventive maintenance, and collaboration with engineering and operations teams.

Employment Details

Position: Boiler House Fitter Artisan
Reference Number: RCL260216-2
Company: RCL Foods
Division: Siqalo Foods
Function: Engineering
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Boksburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Closing Date: 21 February 2026

Applicants who do not receive feedback after the recruitment process may consider their application unsuccessful.

Employment Equity

RCL Foods supports fair and responsible employment practices in line with company policy and applicable labour legislation.

Apply for Boiler House Fitter Artisan – Boksburg

Qualified mechanical artisans with boiler house experience who are ready to support plant reliability and maintenance excellence are encouraged to apply before the closing date.

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Applications close on 21 February 2026.

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