Auto Electrician - Wessels Mine (Talent Pool)

South32; Hotazel; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

South32 is seeking an Auto Electrician for a permanent position at our Wessels Mine in the Northern Cape. The role requires installation, repair, and maintenance of mining equipment to uphold safety operations. Ideal candidates will possess technical experience, relevant qualifications, and a commitment to safety and teamwork.

Benefits

Employer contribution towards retirement fund

Support for part-time studies

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ technical experience on Underground Mining Equipment.
• Experience in major rewiring and harness repairs is advantageous.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain equipment to ensure safe mining operations.
• Perform safety inspections and assess risks on equipment.
• Coordinate troubleshooting and repairing maintenance equipment.

Skills

Technical experience on Underground Mining Equipment

Troubleshooting

Safety inspections

Education

Grade 12

N2 Technical Certificate

Auto Electrician Trade Test

Tools

SAP

CAT ET

SIS software

Job description

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. Join us, step towards a brighter future, and leave your legacy.

ABOUT WESSELS

The South Africa Manganese operation is located in the manganese-rich Kalahari Basin, in the Northern Cape, which is home to 80 percent of the world's manganese. This position is based at our Wessels Mine, one of the largest manganese reserves in South Africa.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS:

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

South32 supports part-time studies aligned with role requirements and business needs at accredited institutions for eligible employees.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

This is a permanent full-time position.

As an Auto Electrician, you will be responsible for the timely installation, repair, and maintenance of equipment to ensure safe mining operations. You will operate equipment and test all working parts in your area to ensure proper utilization.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Interpreting and coordinating pre-work related to repairs, hydraulic diagrams, and planned/predictive maintenance;
• Accessing areas safely to perform maintenance on machines or equipment;
• Performing safety inspections and assessing risks on equipment;
• Maintaining a clean and safe worksite;
• Ensuring upkeep of maintenance tools and equipment;
• Coordinating troubleshooting and repairing maintenance equipment.

ABOUT YOU:

You should have experience and demonstrate capability in:

• Minimum of 2 years’ technical experience on Underground Mining Equipment (e.g., CAT R1600/R1700 Loaders, CAT AD30 Trucks, Fermel Marveriks, Atlas Copco 282 Rocket Boomer, Atlas Copco 282s, Atlas Copco 235H Boltecs, Epiroc Boomer S2);
• Experience in performing major rewiring and harness repairs on these machines is advantageous;
• Knowledge of SAP & CAT ET, SIS software is advantageous.

Qualifications required:

• Grade 12;
• N2 Technical Certificate;
• Valid driver’s license;
• Auto Electrician Trade Test.

South32 is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce reflecting the communities where we operate. We provide a fair, equitable, and accessible recruitment process and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Please apply online by entering the preferred position reference number on our website http://careers.south32.net

This advertisement will close on 31 July 2025.