Fitter, C3

The Maintenance and Repair Technician is responsible for ensuring the availability and reliability of equipment and machines through maintenance and repair. This role includes a wide range of responsibilities and requires adherence to engineering technical compliance and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and repair equipment and machines to ensure their availability and reliability.
• Ensure compliance with engineering technical standards.
• Keep detailed records of inspections, maintenance, and repairs on checklists and job cards.
• Identify and repair faults and defects independently.
• Maintain good housekeeping in the designated work area.
• Meet all planning and productivity requirements.
• Perform inspections and work according to Mine Standards, Procedures, and the Mine Health and Safety Act and regulations.
• Conduct appropriate Risk Assessments (RA) to ensure safe and controlled work conditions.
• Be prepared to work shifts, overtime, and standby duties.

Requirements:

• Internal Candidates:
  • Recognized Fitter or Fitter & Turner Trade Test Certificate.
  • Grade 12 with Math (not Literacy) and Science, with a minimum E symbol, and relevant two N2 Trade related subjects as per MQA guidelines, or N2 with four relevant trade related subjects as per MQA guidelines.
• External Candidates:
  • Grade 12 with Math (not Literacy) and Science, with a minimum E symbol, and four N2 relevant trade related subjects as per MQA guidelines.
• Sound knowledge of MHSA, safety systems, and a high regard for safety regulations and standards.
• Proven excellent safety record.
• Strong understanding of equipment, tools, and their uses.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing in English.
• Ability to cope effectively with pressure in a production environment, being innovative and a self-starter.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Ability to identify and repair faults and defects independently.
• Valid K53 driver’s license with own transport.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Certificate of Fitness.

Advantageous Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of post-trade experience as a Fitter.
• Experience with conveyor systems, pumps, crushing and screening equipment, compressors, and hydraulic systems.