Auto Electrician

Ikwezi Mining (Pty) Ltd; Dundee; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Ikwezi Mining (Pty) Ltd in Dundee is seeking an experienced auto electrical technician to maintain mining vehicles and mobile equipment on site. You will diagnose electrical faults, inspect systems, repair wiring, starters and alternators, and perform fault-finding with proper diagnostics.

You will read wiring diagrams, install lighting and electrical systems, complete maintenance reports, and work closely with mechanics and operators to ensure uptime and safety standards are met.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric is required.
• Auto Electrical Trade Test is required.
• Minimum 3 years' post-trade experience in electrical maintenance.
• Mining industry experience is advantageous.
• Experience on heavy-duty vehicles or earthmoving equipment.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Willingness to work shifts, overtime and standby when required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preventative and breakdown maintenance on mining vehicles and mobile equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and electronic faults.
• Inspect, test and maintain electrical systems and components.
• Repair and maintain wiring, electrical harnesses, sensors, switches, relays and control systems.
• Maintain and repair starter motors, alternators and charging systems.
• Conduct battery testing and maintenance.
• Perform electrical fault-finding using diagnostic equipment.
• Read wiring diagrams and technical manuals.
• Install, repair and maintain lighting and other electrical systems.
• Complete maintenance reports and job cards.
• Maintain tools and work areas in a safe condition.
• Work closely with mechanics, artisans, operators and other maintenance staff.
• Respond to breakdowns and urgent repairs as required.
• Ensure compliance with company, mining and health & safety policies.

Skills

Fault-finding

Diagnostic skills

Team collaboration

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Relevant Auto Electrical Trade Test

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct preventative and breakdown maintenance on mining vehicles and mobile equipment
• Diagnose and repair electrical and electronic faults
• Inspect, test and maintain electrical systems and components
• Repair and maintain wiring, electrical harnesses, sensors, switches, relays and control systems
• Maintain and repair starter motors, alternators and charging systems
• Conduct battery testing and maintenance
• Perform electrical fault-finding using appropriate diagnostic and testing equipment
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams and technical manuals
• Install, repair and maintain lighting and other electrical systems
• Conduct inspections and pre-start checks on equipment
• Identify potential electrical faults and recommend corrective action
• Ensure all repairs and maintenance are completed according to manufacturer specifications
• Complete maintenance reports, job cards and other relevant documentation
• Maintain tools, equipment and work areas in a safe and orderly condition
• Work closely with mechanics, artisans, operators and other maintenance personnel
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and attend to urgent repairs when required
• Ensure compliance with all company, mining, health and safety policies and procedures

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Relevant Auto Electrical Trade Test
• Minimum 3 years' relevant post-trade experience
• Experience within the mining industry will be advantageous
• Experience working on heavy-duty vehicles, mobile equipment or earthmoving machinery
• Knowledge of electrical and electronic systems used on mining equipment
• Good fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Willingness to work shifts, overtime and standby when required