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Redpath Mining – Artisan Fitter

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Qualified Fitter – Underground Shaft Equipping & Sinking (Mining)

Company: Redpath South Africa Pty Limited

Location: Northam, Limpopo, South Africa

Date Posted: 8 December 2025

Reference No.: 2025-6660

Position Type: Full Time

Job Overview

Redpath South Africa is seeking an experienced Qualified Fitter with expertise in underground shaft equipping, sinking, and maintenance of shaft infrastructure. This role involves installation, repair, and adherence to safety and quality standards in a mining environment.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric certificate or equivalent qualification

• Section 13 Trade Test or Section 26D as a qualified fitter

• Competent B Certificate (advantageous)

• Valid driver’s license

• Medically fit for underground work

Experience, Knowledge & Skills

• Minimum 3 years’ underground shaft equipping/sinking experience

• Experience in equipment installation, repair, and maintenance in shaft infrastructure

• Knowledge of workshop procedures, installation, and maintenance

• Understanding of legal requirements under the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA)

• Working knowledge of health & safety regulations related to winding plant

Key Responsibilities

• Report all incidents, accidents, unsafe conditions, and unsafe acts

• Conduct risk assessments for each task and implement safety measures

• Maintain quality engineering standards in all work performed

• Ensure tools and equipment are sufficient, safe, and in good working condition

• Conduct all legal inspections according to scheduled intervals and maintain accurate records

• Supervise subordinates and ensure adherence to the maintenance schedule

• Conduct planned maintenance as per schedule

• Ensure availability of all required spares and tools

• Maintain adequate housekeeping in the workshop and working areas for safe maintenance operations

Why Join Redpath?

Redpath South Africa offers a professional, safety-conscious, and growth-oriented work environment. Join a skilled mining team working on underground shaft equipping projects with opportunities to advance your career.

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