Introduction

This position will be based at Koedoeskloof Iron ore mine in the Northern Cape.

Description

The purpose of this position is to diagnose and maintain machinery and equipment according to technical specification and sound engineering practice.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Investigate, diagnose and perform trade related maintenance and repair of equipment and machinery according to maintenance requirements, standards and specifications
• Perform daily inspections in accordance with the Mine Health and Safety Act regulations, operational and Company standards to report all defects and breakdowns on equipment and machinery to the Supervisor
• Develop, modify, construct and install all types of trade related equipment required for the safe operation of all engineering equipment
• Ensure that all installations and equipment are safe and in good working order after task completion
• Continuously monitor equipment failure and efficiency to improve trade specific equipment and systems
• Consult with production teams on maintenance activities that affect production
• Support the achievement of equipment/ machine availability and production performance levels
• Ensure that maintenance related information is recorded and reported to the relevant planning office to support the planned maintenance / asset maintenance system

Qualification Level

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification
• Valid Section 13 Trade Test / Section 26(D) Certificate required
• Valid driver’s license code B, EB or C1
• Own transport to attend to call outs

Experience and Skills Requirements

• Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience as a qualified Fitter in a DMS plant
• Must have experience in pump maintenance and repairs
• Must be able to do equipment alignment
• Must have knowledge in changing bearings
• Must be able to work in confined spaces and at heights
• Must be familiar with risk assessment procedures
• Knowledge of conveyor splicing will be an added advantage
• Operating of thread cutting machine will be an added advantage
• English language proficiency
• Time management skills