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Artisan Assistant (Mining Engineering)

How2Apply Talent Network

Polokwane, Limpopo

Full-time

Posted 1 week ago

Full-time Mining

R31 500 – R38 750/month

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Job Description

Planned maintenance, breakdowns and shutdowns: steady artisan work at the diamond mine processing plant near Polokwane. You don't need to be the loudest person in the room, just the one others can count on.

You'll report in Polokwane. Relocation is not covered for this one. There's a probation period of three months before the contract is confirmed.

The work, day to day

Repair and align conveyor belt drives, pulleys and idlers
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
Help with rope inspections and shaft maintenance during scheduled stoppages
Isolate and lock out machines under the site isolation procedure
Order spares and track them through the engineering store

What you need

At least 2 years as a qualified artisan, preferably on a mine
Certificate of fitness for underground or surface work
Understands MHSA duties for artisans, including lockout and permits
N3 certificate or Grade 12 with maths and science

What's in it for you

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

Applying, step by step

Make sure the role, the hours and working in Polokwane really suit you before you apply.
Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: trade test certificate and N-certificates, certified ID copy plus employment references showing artisan work.
Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 9 working days, usually by phone.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Polokwane; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

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".
Your trade test certificate must show the trade and the date. Keep a certified copy ready because mines verify it.