Electrician (Mine Plant & Shafts)

When production stops, the artisans get it going again. The platinum mine engineering department near eMalahleni needs you on that team. Good for someone who wants to build a solid track record they can put on their CV.

The site is in eMalahleni; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying. Hours are mostly Monday to Friday, with the odd Saturday in busy months.

• Maintain pumps, fans and compressors in shafts and on surface
• Take part in weekend shutdowns for major overhauls
• Fault-find hydraulic, electrical and engine faults on trackless machines
• Carry out planned maintenance on loaders, drill rigs and utility vehicles
• Test and maintain flameproof electrical equipment in coal sections
• Help with rope inspections and shaft maintenance during scheduled stoppages

• N3 certificate or Grade 12 with maths and science
• Certificate of fitness for underground or surface work
• Able to read schematics, hydraulic circuits or wiring diagrams
• Willing to do standby and call-outs on a roster
• At least 2 years as a qualified artisan, preferably on a mine

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

• Artisan allowance on top of basic pay
• Housing support in the mining town
• Tool allowance or company-issued toolbox

• 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.