Artisan Fitter REF: IVP-ENG-2409

Ivanhoe Mines; Limpopo; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in Limpopo is seeking an Artisan Fitter to maintain mechanical equipment and ensure proper care of machinery. Candidates must have a Grade 12 qualification, relevant trade certification, and at least 4 years of experience in a mining environment. Preference will be given to local South African citizens and permanent residents.

Responsibilities

• Undertake cleaning, lubrication and preservation of machinery, vehicles, and equipment.
• Maintenance of mechanical equipment on site.
• Maintaining de-watering system.
• General cleaning and rust removal on parts and equipment.

Skills

Fault finding skills

Solid welding and mechanical experience

Education

Grade 12 / NQF 4

Relevant Trade Certificate

First Aid Certificate

Job description

Ivanplats is looking for a Artisan Fitter

IVANPLATS (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of Ivanhoe Mines, is advancing the development of its world‑class palladium‑rhodium‑nickel‑copper‑gold project in the Limpopo Province near Mokopane. This unique mineral deposit will be exploited using large mechanised state‑of‑the‑art underground mining methods, deploying the latest technology to develop this “mine of the future”.

Minimum Qualifications and Skills

• Grade 12 / NQF 4
• Relevant Trade Certificate
• First Aid Certificate is advantageous.
• Valid Code EB (08) Driver’s license.
• Fault finding skills

Work Experience

• Minimum of 4 years relevant experience in a mining environment
• Solid welding and mechanical experience

Responsibilities

• Undertake cleaning, lubrication and preservation of machinery, vehicles, equipment, tools, workshop, tool room and yard area.
• Maintenance of mechanical or equipment on stage.
• Maintenance of de‑watering system.
• Maintaining of winder and the headgear.
• General cleaning and removal of rust on parts and equipment.
• Ensures the proper use and care of equipment.
• Assist artisan when undertaking inspection, testing and repairs of lifting equipment and plant.
• Deliver and collect materials, spares, tools and machinery used in the fabrication and maintenance of equipment and plant.

Applications must be forwarded to www.ivanhoecommunities.com on or before the closing date. The company will NOT consider applications received after the closing date.

Closing date: 05 November 2025

Preference will be given to South Africans (HDSA) from local communities surrounding Ivanplats Platreef mine. Applications are only open to South African Citizens and Permanent RSA Residents.

Should you not hear from the Company within 14 days of the closing date, you should assume that your application has not been successful.