Dynamic Mining Electrical Maintenance Technician

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training opportunities

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Electrical Maintenance Technician to join mining operations in Queenstown, SA. You will perform preventative maintenance, diagnose faults, and repair electrical components on heavy mining equipment, ensuring safety and reliability of electrical systems.

The ideal candidate is a Certified Electrician with experience in heavy machinery, PLCs, and industrial controls, capable of working independently or in teams in a demanding environment.

Qualifications

• Certified Electrician with experience on heavy mining or construction equipment.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex electrical issues in harsh environments.
• Knowledge of industrial electrical systems, AC/DC motors, generators, and control systems.
• Experience with PLCs and automation components is highly advantageous.
• Strong commitment to safety and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Valid driver's license essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventative maintenance on electrical systems of heavy mining equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults, control system failures, and power distribution issues.
• Read, interpret, and work from electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and manuals.
• Install, modify, and test new electrical components and systems as required.
• Ensure all work adheres to safety regulations and company protocols for mining.
• Maintain logs of maintenance performed, parts used, and equipment status.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Industrial electrical systems

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

Certified Electrician

Tools

PLCs

Electrical schematics reading

AC/DC motors

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Electrical Maintenance Technician to join mining operations in Queenstown, SA. You will perform preventative maintenance, diagnose faults, and repair electrical components on heavy mining equipment, ensuring safety and reliability of electrical systems.

The ideal candidate is a Certified Electrician with experience in heavy machinery, PLCs, and industrial controls, capable of working independently or in teams in a demanding environment.