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Electrician (Mine Plant & Shafts)

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Cape Town CBD, Western Cape

Contract

Posted 6 hours ago

Contract Mining

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Job Description

When production stops, the artisans get it going again. The gold mine shaft complex near Cape Town CBD needs you on that team. People who do well here are steady, honest and not scared to ask when something is unclear.

Location: Cape Town CBD, Western Cape. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first.

What your day looks like

Repair and align conveyor belt drives, pulleys and idlers
Order spares and track them through the engineering store
Take part in weekend shutdowns for major overhauls
Fault-find hydraulic, electrical and engine faults on trackless machines
Guide and teach an artisan assistant on the job

Must-haves

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

Extra points for

SAP PM module experience
Experience with collision avoidance systems on TMM

What's in it for you

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

How to apply for this job

Make sure the role, the hours and working in Cape Town CBD really suit you before you apply.
Keep copies of these ready to send: certified ID copy, trade test certificate and N-certificates plus employment references showing artisan work.
Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 6 working days, usually by phone.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Cape Town CBD.

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Before you hit apply

Mention underground or flameproof experience clearly. It separates mine-ready artisans from factory artisans.
Your trade test certificate must show the trade and the date. Keep a certified copy ready because mines verify it.