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General Fitters
Apex Packaging Zambia Lusaka, Zambia
Employer and vacancy source: Apex Packaging Zambia
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- EmployerApex Packaging Zambia
- LocationLusaka, Zambia
- Application methodEmail application
- Listing sourceZambia Job Alerts
Key details for this vacancy
- Employer
- Apex Packaging Zambia
- Location
- Lusaka, Zambia
- Posted
- October 19, 2026
- Closing date
- Apply by November 18, 2026
- Job type
- Full Time
- Category
- Engineering & Construction
- Application method
- Email application
Job description
WE ARE HIRING — GENERAL FITTERS
Company: Apex Packaging Zambia
Location: Lusaka, Zambia
Employment Type: Full-Time
Remuneration: An attractive remuneration package will be offered to successful candidates
Application Deadline: 31st October 2026
A reputable manufacturing company based in Lusaka, Zambia, is seeking experienced and competent General Fitters (Mechanical Fitters) to handle maintenance, assembly, and repairs across manufacturing machinery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Carry out routine servicing, inspection, overhauls, and repairs on corrugators, printing presses, slitters, gearboxes, pumps, and conveyor systems.
- Diagnose mechanical faults, align shafts, replace bearings, seals, belts, chains, and hydraulic/pneumatic valves.
- Assemble, install, and align new mechanical machinery and equipment components.
- Participate actively in preventive maintenance schedules to minimize factory downtime.
- Comply with lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) procedures and safety policies during maintenance works.
Requirements & Qualifications:
- Craft Certificate or Diploma in Mechanical Fitting, Industrial Maintenance, or related trade (TEVETA-accredited).
- Minimum of three (3) years of relevant mechanical fitting work experience in an industrial or manufacturing plant.
- Past experience in the corrugated carton industry will be an added advantage.
- Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills for mechanical and hydraulic systems.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure and during shift schedules.
Mode of Application:
Interested and suitably qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents combined into one single PDF file:
- An application letter.
- An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Copies of relevant technical trade certificates and academic qualifications.
Submit your application via email to: apexpackagingzambia@gmail.com
Subject line: Application for General Fitter
Deadline: 31st October 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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