Instrumentation Mechanician (Processing Plant)

When production stops, the artisans get it going again. The coal mine engineering workshop near Atlantis needs you on that team. Expect to be trusted with real work from your first week.

The site is in Atlantis; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying.

• Order spares and track them through the engineering store
• Fault-find hydraulic, electrical and engine faults on trackless machines
• Maintain pumps, fans and compressors in shafts and on surface
• Repair and align conveyor belt drives, pulleys and idlers
• Help with rope inspections and shaft maintenance during scheduled stoppages
• Test and maintain flameproof electrical equipment in coal sections
• Carry out planned maintenance on loaders, drill rigs and utility vehicles

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

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

• Tool allowance or company-issued toolbox
• Study assistance for engineering qualifications
• Artisan allowance on top of basic pay

• 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".