Boilermaker Aide (B4) At Dwarsrivier Chrome Mine

Minimum Requirements

Applicants interested in the Boilermaker Aide position should meet the following minimum requirements:

• Grade 10 / Standard 8
• Code 08 (B) Driver’s Licence
• An Operative Course Certificate will be an advantage.
• Applicants should be willing to work in a mining and heavy industrial environment.
• Candidates must be committed to following health, safety and operational procedures.

Experience Required

This is an entry-level opportunity, therefore extensive experience is not required. However, the following experience will be advantageous:

• At least 3 months of practical trade-related experience in a heavy industrial, mining or plant environment.
• At least 6 months of practical experience with gas cutting equipment and welding.
• Previous exposure to engineering maintenance, fabrication or mechanical-related work will be beneficial.
• Practical experience using engineering hand tools and equipment will be an advantage.

Boilermaker Aide Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will assist the Boilermaker and Engineering Supervisor with maintenance activities aimed at improving the availability and reliability of mining equipment.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the maintenance, modification and repair of mining and engineering equipment.
• Assisting with welding, gas cutting, grinding and material drilling.
• Supporting planned maintenance activities and responding to equipment breakdowns.
• Assisting the Boilermaker or Direct Supervisor with maintenance tasks as instructed.
• Helping to ensure that mining and engineering equipment remains safe, reliable and operational.
• Conducting basic equipment inspections and reporting defects or abnormal conditions.
• Assisting with the maintenance of primary and secondary equipment.
• Assisting with cutting and welding components according to required specifications.
• Assisting with the reconditioning of specified components and spares for installation.
• Helping to test repaired equipment to ensure that it is functioning correctly before being returned to service.
• Assisting with first-level inspections of mobile engineering equipment.
• Reporting equipment defects, unsafe conditions and maintenance concerns to the relevant Supervisor or Foreman.
• Supporting breakdown maintenance activities to help restore equipment availability and minimise production delays.

Tools and Equipment

The Boilermaker Aide may work with various engineering tools and equipment under the appropriate supervision and authorisation.

These may include:

• Welding machines
• Gas cutting equipment
• Angle grinders
• Material drilling machines
• Engineering hand tools
• Mining and plant equipment
• Conveyor systems
• Pump stations
• Compressors
• Fire suppression systems
• Other stationary and mobile engineering equipment

All tools and equipment must be kept clean, maintained, functional and safely stored.

Health and Safety Responsibilities

Safety is an important part of working at Dwarsrivier Chrome Mine. Employees are expected to comply with company safety requirements and applicable mining legislation.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Conduct a risk assessment before starting tasks.
• Follow approved safe work procedures.
• Perform lock-out and isolation procedures when required.
• Use tools and equipment safely and correctly.
• Report damaged or defective tools and equipment.
• Maintain good housekeeping standards.
• Keep the work area clean and free from hazards.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Follow equipment manufacturer specifications.
• Wear and use the required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Report unsafe conditions, incidents and equipment defects to the appropriate Supervisor.
• Work safely under the supervision of the Boilermaker or Direct Supervisor.

Who Can Apply?

This position is suitable for entry-level candidates who have an interest in boilermaking, engineering, mining maintenance or heavy industrial work.

Candidates with practical exposure to welding, gas cutting, grinding, drilling or engineering maintenance are encouraged to apply. Applicants should be willing to learn, work as part of a team and follow strict safety and operational procedures.

Medical and Other Requirements

The successful candidate must be medically fit in accordance with the requirements of the Mine Health and Safety Act 29 of 1996.

Candidates may also be required to undergo:

• Psychometric assessments
• Other relevant assessments
• Qualification and certificate verification
• Criminal checks
• Credit checks

Shortlisted candidates will be required to authenticate the information and documentation provided in their applications.

How to Apply for the Boilermaker Aide Vacancy

Interested candidates can submit their CVs through the Dwarsrivier Chrome Mine Recruitment platform.

Applicants should ensure that all required certified qualifications, certificates and licences are attached to their application. The relevant documents must be certified by SAPS.

Application platform: Dwarsrivier Recruitment
Closing Date: 14 September 2026

Candidates are encouraged to apply before the closing date. Late applications and unsolicited applications will not be considered. Recruitment agency CVs will not be accepted.