MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 10 / Standard 8.
• Code 08 (B) Driver’s Licence.
• Advantageous: Operative Course Certificate.

EXPERIENCE (including but not limited to):

• Advantageous: 3 months practical trade-related experience in a heavy industrial/ mining/ plant environment.
• Advantageous: 6 months practical experience in Gas cutting equipment and welding.

DUTIES (including but not limited to):

• Assist in ensuring optimum availability and reliability of equipment in support of effective and continuously improved mine operations. Assist and execute maintenance on mining equipment including modifications and repairs.
• Ensure own work area is clean at all times. Ensure all equipment and tools are cleaned after use and stored in Storeroom. Ensure that artisan/personal toolbox tools are in safe working condition.
• Conduct risk assessment in own area of work and within span of control prior to every task performed. Perform lock-out procedure when required. Work independently and under the supervision of the Boilermaker/ Direct Supervisor. Ensure tasks are completed according to set requirements and standards. Tasks include: Welding, cutting, grinding and material drilling.
• Adhere to planned maintenance /production schedules and breakdowns to assist in achieving production throughout. Assume responsibility for the safe and optimal use of equipment and related machinery.
• Ensure all defects and status of tools and equipment are recorded, signed and handed over to Foreman. Operate stationary and mobile engineering equipment, e.g. TMM machines, conveyor belts, pump stations, compressors and fire suppression systems. Tools, e.g. welding machine, gas cutting equipment, angle grinder and material drilling machine are kept clean, maintained and functional. Tools, material and equipment are utilized according to SOP's and manufacturer specifications.
• Assist the Boilermaker/Direct Supervisor in the maintenance of primary and secondary equipment when instructed Breakdowns are attended to immediately to restore availability and reported to the Supervisor. Specified components and spares are reconditioned for installation. Ensure repaired equipment is tested for functionality before handing over. Components are cut and welded according to specifications to reduce work load and time. Assist Boilermaker/Direct Supervisor with first level inspection and observing mobile engineering equipment to prevent breakdowns, damaged equipment, injuries and production delays.