Job Specifications:

Key Responsibilities Include the Following:

SGB-SMIT CALIDUS is looking for a suitably qualified CNC Operator. The candidate will be responsible for the daily setup and operation of one or more CNC plasma cutting machines. They will assist other CNC operators with any of their daily duties including area housekeeping, maintenance work, and material staging.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Grade 12/N3.
  • CNC Programming Certificate.
  • 2 Years working experience in the same field.
  • Knowledge on computer programming software (e.g easycam, alphacam).

Key Responsibilities

  • Creating instruction for machines.
  • Making calculations for programming including where materials should be cut.
  • Checking completed programs by running simulations or tests.
  • Determines sequences of tools during program run.
  • Chooses cutting tools that will be needed for different machining.
  • Writes programs and modifies existing ones for increased efficiency.
  • Makes improvements to set up times for a task and contouring of complex shapes.
  • Monitors all programs to make sure they follow blueprint instructions safely and successfully complete the task.

Key Competencies

  • Must have good reading comprehension skills in English.
  • Must have good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Must have excellent computer skills (Preferably Microsoft Package).
  • Must be able to work effectively with little or no supervision.

Deadline: 13 November 2023

Contact Details:

CVs accompanied by a covering letter must be submitted to sspm_talent@sgb-smit.group with the job title and applicant’s name in the subject line. If the applicant does not comply with above instructions the application will be unsuccessful. Contact Telephone Number: +27 12 318 9911.

Psychometric assessments may be one of the methods utilized to determine the successful candidate. SGB-SMIT POWER MATLA is committed to fair and ethical recruitment practices to achieve sustainable inclusion and diversity without compromising on performance.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not received a reply within three weeks of the job advert closing, please be advised that your application was not successful.