Ref no: NDC101/24GS 

Closing date: 18 October 2024 

The role:

Maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment used in mining operation. Ensuring equipment operates efficiently and meets safety standards.

Responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Is responsible for safe maintenance and repair of equipment and machines in order to ensure the availability and reliability thereof
• Is responsible for engineering technical compliance
• Perform inspections and work in accordance with the Mine Standards and Procedures and the Mine Health and Safety Act and regulations
• Recording of inspections, maintenance and repairs conducted to equipment on checklists and job cards
• Be able to identify faults and repair defects without supervision
• Maintain good housekeeping in the area of responsibility
• Ensuring that all planning and productivity requirements are safely achieved
• Undertake appropriate Risk Assessments (RA) in order to perform in a safe and controlled manner
• Must be prepared to work shifts, overtime and standby duties

Requirements:

• Recognised Fitter Trade Test Certificate

        Internal Candidates

• Grade 12 with Math (Not Literacy) & Science, minimum E symbol with relevant two N2 Trade related subjects as per MQA guideline or N2 with four relevant trade related subjects as per MQA guideline. N2 trade related subject will advantageous.

        External Candidates

• Grade 12 with Math (Not Literacy) & Science, minimum E symbol with four N2 relevant trade related subjects as per MQA guideline

• Komatsu DTS Programme (Komatsu Continuous Miner & Shuttle Car, Fletcher Roofbolt & Feeder Breaker)
• Gas Testing
• Flameproofing
• Have sound knowledge of MHSA, safety systems and a high regard for safety, regulations and standards
• Proven excellent safety record
• Display good understanding of equipment & tools and uses thereof
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be able to speak, read and write in English
• Be able to cope effectively with pressure in a production environment, be innovative and a self-starter
• Be able to work in a team, carry out given instructions and give feedback effectively
• Be able to identify faults and repair defects without supervision
• Valid K53 driver’s license with own transport
• In possession or able to obtain a valid Certificate of Fitness

Advantageous:

• Underground technical experience
• At least 2 years post-trade experience as a Fitter
• Experience on conveyor systems, pumps, crushing and screening equipment, compressors and hydraulic systems
• Safety & Risk Management Course

HOW TO APPLY?