Artisan Assistant (Mining Engineering)

When production stops, the artisans get it going again. The coal mine engineering workshop near Middelburg (MP) needs you on that team. If you learn fast and don't mind being shown things twice, you'll settle in within a few weeks.

You'll report in Middelburg (MP). Relocation is not covered for this one. Most weeks are 45 hours, in line with the BCEA.

• Help with rope inspections and shaft maintenance during scheduled stoppages
• Carry out planned maintenance on loaders, drill rigs and utility vehicles
• Fault-find hydraulic, electrical and engine faults on trackless machines
• Complete job cards and work orders in SAP after each task
• Maintain pumps, fans and compressors in shafts and on surface
• Test and maintain flameproof electrical equipment in coal sections
• Order spares and track them through the engineering store

• N3 certificate or Grade 12 with maths and science
• Trade test certificate in your trade (diesel mechanic, fitter, electrician, boilermaker, instrumentation or rigger)
• Willing to do standby and call-outs on a roster
• Certificate of fitness for underground or surface work
• Able to read schematics, hydraulic circuits or wiring diagrams

• Flameproof equipment training for coal mines
• Government Certificate of Competency studies in progress

• Study assistance for engineering qualifications
• Housing support in the mining town
• Tool allowance or company-issued toolbox
• Artisan allowance on top of basic pay

• Your trade test certificate must show the trade and the date. Keep a certified copy ready because mines verify it.
• State your trade and the machines or equipment you know best, for example "fitter: conveyors, crushers and pumps".