Artisan Electrician - Mamatwan Mine

SOUTH32 Limited; Hotazel; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A global mining company is seeking a permanent full-time Electrician to ensure the safe maintenance and installation of electrical equipment at their Northern Cape operation. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of electrical maintenance experience, particularly in a mining setting. The position offers a chance to work within a collaborative team focused on safety and efficiency. Apply before 11 November 2025.

Benefits

Employer contribution towards retirement fund

Support for part-time studies aligned to role

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in electrical maintenance in mining.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics.
• Knowledge of Medium Voltage switchgear beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on electrical equipment.
• Conduct daily safety inspections and assess risks.
• Work both independently and as part of a team.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Installation of electrical apparatus

Fault-finding on Allen Bradley VSD’s

Medium Voltage switchgear

Interpreting electrical schematics

Education

Electrician Trade

Job description

Location: Hotazel, Northern Cape, ZA, 8490

Company: South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd.

DISCOVER ABRIGHTERFUTURE:

At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So, join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

ABOUT MAMATWAN:

The South Africa Manganese operation can be found in the manganese rich Kalahari Basin, in the country’s Northern Cape, which is home to 80 per cent of the world’s manganese. This position is based at our open‑cut Mamatwan mine which started operating more than half a century ago.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS:

Eligible employees will receive an employer contribution towards the company‑elected retirement fund.

South32 will support assistance for part‑time studies aligned to role requirements and business needs at accredited institutions to eligible employees.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

This role is a permanent full‑time position. As a plant Electrician, you will be responsible for routine maintenance, timely installation and where required, repair of equipment to ensure that plant‑related activities are executed in a safe manner, and that electrical reliability as per the requirements set forth by your line leader, are met. You will also be required to operate electrical equipment and test all working parts in functional area to ensure proper utilisation.

• Interprets and coordinates pre‑work with regards to repairs, planned and predictive maintenance;
• Accesses any area safely to perform necessary electrical maintenance on equipment;
• Performs daily safety inspections of equipment and assesses risks on equipment;
• Maintains a clean and safe worksite and accounts for the overall electrical reliability of the assigned section;
• Works independently and in a team as well as under pressure;
• Ensures the upkeep of maintenance tools and equipment;
• Coordinates activities associated with trouble‑shooting and repairing maintenance equipment;
• Provides clear feedback to direct line Supervisor.

ABOUT YOU:

• Must have a minimum of 3 years’ post‑qualification experience in electrical maintenance and installation of electrical apparatus where at least 2 years is in a mining environment.
• Interpreting of electrical schematics (Power and Control Circuits).
• Maintenance and fault‑finding on Allen Bradley VSD’s will be advantageous.
• Medium Voltage switchgear competence will be advantageous.
• Plant experience (substations, MCCs, transformers, motors, liquid starters, safety circuits and switchgear (VCB/ SF6)) will be advantageous.
• MHSA knowledge/experience will be advantageous.

Qualifications for this role are:

• Electrician Trade;
• South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

This advertisement will close on 11 November 2025.