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Rigger (Shaft & Headgear)

How2Apply Talent Network

Tzaneen, Limpopo

Full-time

Posted 1 hour ago

Full-time Mining

R31 500 – R37 750/month

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Job Description

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

This post is in Tzaneen (Limpopo). Please only apply if you can travel there daily. The first two weeks are spent shadowing someone experienced.

The work, day to day

Help with rope inspections and shaft maintenance during scheduled stoppages
Isolate and lock out machines under the site isolation procedure
Carry out planned maintenance on loaders, drill rigs and utility vehicles
Test and maintain flameproof electrical equipment in coal sections
Order spares and track them through the engineering store
Fault-find hydraulic, electrical and engine faults on trackless machines
Take part in weekend shutdowns for major overhauls

You'll need

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

Helpful, not essential

Government Certificate of Competency studies in progress
SAP PM module experience
Experience with collision avoidance systems on TMM

What you get

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

How to apply

Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): trade test certificate and N-certificates, certified ID copy 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 10 working days, usually by phone.

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

Tips to get shortlisted

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.