Artisan Assistant (Mining Engineering) – Immediate Start

You'll keep machines, conveyors and shafts running at the diamond mine processing plant near Phalaborwa. It's a practical job: you'll see what you got done before you go home.

This post is in Phalaborwa (Limpopo). Please only apply if you can travel there daily.

• Fault-find hydraulic, electrical and engine faults on trackless machines
• Maintain pumps, fans and compressors in shafts and on surface
• Order spares and track them through the engineering store
• Test and maintain flameproof electrical equipment in coal sections
• Carry out planned maintenance on loaders, drill rigs and utility vehicles
• Repair and align conveyor belt drives, pulleys and idlers
• Guide and teach an artisan assistant on the job

• Understands MHSA duties for artisans, including lockout and permits
• N3 certificate or Grade 12 with maths and science
• At least 2 years as a qualified artisan, preferably on a mine
• Trade test certificate in your trade (diesel mechanic, fitter, electrician, boilermaker, instrumentation or rigger)
• Certificate of fitness for underground or surface work

• Government Certificate of Competency studies in progress
• SAP PM module experience
• Experience with collision avoidance systems on TMM

• Housing support in the mining town
• Study assistance for engineering qualifications
• 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.
• Mention underground or flameproof experience clearly. It separates mine-ready artisans from factory artisans.