Assistant Electrical

Gold1; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Gold1 is seeking an Assistant Electrical to support artisans in a mining environment. The ideal candidate should have a Grade 11 qualification, experience in Electrical Engineering, and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include maintaining tools, assisting with tasks, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Grade 11 or equivalent is essential.
• 1-2 years experience in Electrical Engineering.
• South African Citizenship and clear criminal record required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Artisan(s) and manage tools safely.
• Disassemble and re-assemble electrical components.
• Maintain area of responsibility according to safety standards.

Skills

Proficiency in English

Verbal communication skills

Ability to work at heights

Ability to work in confined spaces

Education

Grade 11 or equivalent qualification

Studying towards Electrical Engineering Trade

Job description

ASSISTANT ELECTRICAL (Grading A)

Job specification

• Grade 11 or equivalent qualification
• Studying in Electrical will be advantageous
• 1-2 years’ experience in Electrical Engineering in a mining or industrialized environment is essential and required
• Proficient in English and any other of the 11 official languages
• Must be able to work at heights and confined spaces
• Applicant must possess good verbal communication skills
• Studying towards an Electrical Engineering Trade will be an added advantage
• South African Citizenship
• Clear Criminal Record

Responsibilities

• Work a cycle or rotation of shifts
• Assist Artisan(s) in carrying out their duties efficiently by providing support and carrying tool box, hand tools and other equipment
• Maintain tools, equipment and safely keep hand tools
• Able to disassemble and re-assemble electrical apparatus / components and equipment using hand tools
• Thread conduit ends, connect coupling and fabricate and secure conduit support brackets using hand tools
• Examine electrical units for loose connections, broken insulation and tighten connections using hand tools
• Manage and maintain in area of responsibility in accordance with mine standards, procedures and practices
• Adhere to MHSA standards & Gold1’s safety motto : “Nothing is so important that it cannot be done safely”