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Diesel Mechanic (Trackless Mobile Machinery)

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Ermelo, Mpumalanga

Full-time

Posted 1 hour ago

Full-time Mining

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Job Description

Planned maintenance, breakdowns and shutdowns: steady artisan work at the platinum mine engineering department near Ermelo. If you learn fast and don't mind being shown things twice, you'll settle in within a few weeks.

You'll report in Ermelo. Relocation is not covered for this one.

The work, day to day

Guide and teach an artisan assistant on the job
Carry out planned maintenance on loaders, drill rigs and utility vehicles
Order spares and track them through the engineering store
Complete job cards and work orders in SAP after each task
Take part in weekend shutdowns for major overhauls

What you need

Trade test certificate in your trade (diesel mechanic, fitter, electrician, boilermaker, instrumentation or rigger)
N3 certificate or Grade 12 with maths and science
At least 2 years as a qualified artisan, preferably on a mine
Willing to do standby and call-outs on a roster
Able to read schematics, hydraulic circuits or wiring diagrams
Understands MHSA duties for artisans, including lockout and permits

Nice if you have

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

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

How to apply for this job

Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: certified ID copy, employment references showing artisan work plus trade test certificate and N-certificates.
Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 9 working days.

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

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Before you hit apply

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