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Diesel Mechanic (Trackless Mobile Machinery)

How2Apply Talent Network

Kathu, Northern Cape

Full-time

Posted 1 day ago

Full-time Mining

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Job Description

You'll keep machines, conveyors and shafts running at the coal mine engineering workshop near Kathu. If you turn up on time and finish what you start, you'll fit in quickly.

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

What your day looks like

Isolate and lock out machines under the site isolation procedure
Repair and align conveyor belt drives, pulleys and idlers
Guide and teach an artisan assistant on the job
Complete job cards and work orders in SAP after each task
Fault-find hydraulic, electrical and engine faults on trackless machines

Must-haves

At least 2 years as a qualified artisan, preferably on a mine
Willing to do standby and call-outs on a roster
Understands MHSA duties for artisans, including lockout and permits
N3 certificate or Grade 12 with maths and science

Helpful, not essential

SAP PM module experience
Flameproof equipment training for coal mines
Experience with collision avoidance systems on TMM

What you get

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

How to apply for this job

Make sure the role, the hours and working in Kathu really suit you before you apply.
Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: trade test certificate and N-certificates 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.
Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 9 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Kathu; 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

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".