Artisan Assistant (Mining Engineering)

How2Apply Talent Network
Lephalale, Limpopo
Full-time
Posted 1 day ago
Full-time Mining
R31 500 – R40 250/month
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Job Description

You'll keep machines, conveyors and shafts running at the diamond mine processing plant near Lephalale. Bring a calm head on busy days and you'll be fine.

The site is in Lephalale; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying.

The work, day to day

  • Guide and teach an artisan assistant on the job
  • Take part in weekend shutdowns for major overhauls
  • Order spares and track them through the engineering store
  • Maintain pumps, fans and compressors in shafts and on surface
  • Complete job cards and work orders in SAP after each task

You'll need

  • Trade test certificate in your trade (diesel mechanic, fitter, electrician, boilermaker, instrumentation or rigger)
  • Understands MHSA duties for artisans, including lockout and permits
  • Able to read schematics, hydraulic circuits or wiring diagrams
  • Certificate of fitness for underground or surface work

Extra points for

  • SAP PM module experience
  • Government Certificate of Competency studies in progress

What's in it for you

  • Housing support in the mining town
  • Study assistance for engineering qualifications
  • Tool allowance or company-issued toolbox

Applying, step by step

  1. Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: certified ID copy, employment references showing artisan work plus trade test certificate and N-certificates.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 5 working days.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Lephalale.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

Before you hit apply

  • State your trade and the machines or equipment you know best, for example "fitter: conveyors, crushers and pumps".
  • Mention underground or flameproof experience clearly. It separates mine-ready artisans from factory artisans.

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Job details
SalaryR31 500 – R40 250/month
Job TypeFull-time
LocationLephalale, Limpopo
CategoryMining
Experience10+ years
Posted2 October 2026
Closing Date28 October 2026
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