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Mon to Fri: 07:00 to 16:15
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Kromdraai, Witbank
Try: boiler mill, machining, ISO, Kusile, welding, labour supply
Welcome to Zithembile Engineering
Certified Engineering for
South Africa’s Most
Demanding Sites
We are a Level 1 B-BBEE certified, ISO-accredited engineering partner delivering precision machining, fabrication, boiler mill services and on-site maintenance for South Africa's power, mining and industrial sectors. Our team combines over 20 years of technical expertise with a commitment to safety, quality and on-time delivery, ensuring every project is completed to the highest standard.
- ISO 9001:2015 (Quality), ISO 3834-2 (Welding), ISO 45001 (Safety and Health) and ISO 14001 (Environment) certified
- Certified mechanical, electrical and C&I solutions, from shutdowns to start-ups
- Licensed MPS265 mill spares for Kusile and Medupi
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Boiler Mill Services
Maintenance, rebuilds and licensed critical spares for MPS265 vertical spindle mills.
New: Boiler Mill Services
From Critical Spares to Major Rebuilds.
Engineering That Keeps Your Mills Working
Reliable power generation depends on reliable milling plant. ZTE brings together practical OEM experience, specialist maintenance, mill rebuild capability and licensed spares manufacturing to support MPS265 vertical spindle mills at Kusile and Medupi Power Stations.
“Maintain with confidence. Rebuild with precision. Source spares through an experienced engineering partner.”
Workshop-Based Services
Delivered From Our Witbank Workshop
In-house equipment, tooling and quality control in a 2 400 m² workshop with an overhead crane.
Precision Machining
CNC and conventional turning, milling, grinding and keyway cutting for high-tolerance components, from ZTE's Witbank workshop.
Structural Steel Fabrication
Heavy-duty plant structures, platforms, walkways, pipe racks and support frames fabricated to specification in Witbank.
Profile & Plasma Cutting
CNC profile and plasma cutting of mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium plate for brackets, flanges and machinery parts.
Certified Welding (High-Pressure & Structural)
ISO 3834-2 certified high-pressure and structural welding by coded welders, in our Witbank workshop or on site.
Mechanical Component Repairs & Refurbishment
Repair and refurbishment of pumps, gearboxes, shafts, couplings and hydraulic cylinders, with root cause analysis.
C&I Panel Design & Assembly
Custom MCC, PLC and distribution panels designed, wired and tested in-house to SANS, IEC and client standards.
Field Services
On-Site Services and Staffing
Skilled teams and portable equipment for shutdowns, maintenance and installations across South Africa.
On-Site Machining
Line boring, keyway cutting, flange facing and pipe cutting performed in situ to cut downtime during shutdowns and breakdowns.
Skilled Labour Supply
Fitters, boilermakers, coded welders, electricians and C&I technicians supplied through a registered, MEIBC-compliant TES setup.
Turbine Plant Maintenance
Inspections, component refurbishment, rotor balancing and outage support for steam and gas turbine plants.
Renewable Energy Maintenance
Scheduled servicing, repairs and performance monitoring for solar, wind, hybrid and battery storage installations.
Control Panel Upgrades (On-Site)
On-site retrofits of obsolete control panels, wiring upgrades, PLC and SCADA integration, testing and commissioning.
20+
Years of technical expertise
2400 m²
Witbank workshop
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ISO certifications
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CIDB grading (ME, CE, PE)
1
B-BBEE contributor level
Selected Work
Recent Projects
From the Kusile Unit 2 Mill 50 recovery to licensed spares and workshop manufacturing.
Critical Spares
Licensed MPS265 Mill Spares
Nozzle rings, dam rings and assemblies for Kusile and Medupi.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What industries does Zithembile Engineering work in?
Zithembile Engineering works in the power generation, mining, manufacturing and renewable energy sectors.
Where is Zithembile Engineering based?
Our head office and 2 400 square metre workshop are in Kromdraai, Witbank, Mpumalanga, with a satellite office in Harrismith, Free State.
Does Zithembile Engineering offer on-site support?
Yes. We provide nationwide on-site machining, field maintenance and skilled labour services.
Are Zithembile Engineering's teams certified?
All our teams are trained, certified and experienced in mechanical, electrical and control systems work. The company is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (Quality), ISO 3834-2 (Welding), ISO 45001 (Safety and Health) and ISO 14001 (Environment), and is CIDB Level 7 rated.
Can Zithembile Engineering assist with power station shutdowns?
Yes. We support both scheduled outages and emergency shutdowns at peaking and thermal plants, including boiler mill maintenance and rebuilds.
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Our Latest Blog & News
Read the latest insights from our team.
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AUGSkilled vs. Unskilled Labour Supply: What Industrial Sites Really Need
Every site needs the right people to get the job done. Whether it is a shutdown at a power station or a maintenance job at a plant, the right mix of skilled and unskilled labour is key.
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AUGThe Role of On-Site Machining in Reducing Downtime at Industrial Plants
When a critical component fails at a power station or processing plant, time becomes your biggest enemy. On-site machining is the difference between prolonged downtime and a fast recovery.
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AUGHow C&I Systems Keep South African Power Stations Running Safely
Behind every running turbine, balanced flow rate or stable grid output is a network of sensors, control loops and logic systems: the backbone of operational safety.
Let’s Put Our Experience to Work for You
Whether you are planning an outage, rebuilding a mill, sourcing critical spares or looking for dependable workshop and site support, ZTE welcomes the opportunity to understand your requirements.
Your next engineering challenge deserves a team that understands the work.