Fitter (Underground Engineering) – Immediate Start

This gold mine shaft complex near Mbombela needs a trade-tested artisan who is safe, quick and thorough on breakdowns. It's a practical job: you'll see what you got done before you go home.

Home base is a gold mine shaft complex on the Mbombela side of Mpumalanga. Most weeks are 45 hours, in line with the BCEA.

• Guide and teach an artisan assistant on the job
• Take part in weekend shutdowns for major overhauls
• Help with rope inspections and shaft maintenance during scheduled stoppages
• Maintain pumps, fans and compressors in shafts and on surface
• Complete job cards and work orders in SAP after each task

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

• Government Certificate of Competency studies in progress
• SAP PM module experience

• Study assistance for engineering qualifications
• Housing support in the mining town
• Artisan allowance on top of basic pay

• 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.