Electrical Foreman – Underground Mining & Equipment

Ivanhoe Mines; Mokopane; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

IVANPLATS (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of Ivanhoe Mines, is advancing a major project in Mokopane, Limpopo, seeking an Electrical professional. The role emphasizes compliance with standards, reliability improvement, and effective troubleshooting for mining equipment and substations.

Candidates should hold an electrical trade qualification with substantial post-qualification experience in heavy industrial/mining settings and familiarity with high/low voltage systems and underground operations.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (National Senior Certificate).
• N3 Certificate or higher in Mechanical Engineering - N6 certificate or a National Diploma/BTech in Mechanical Engineering.
• Electrician Trade Test Certificate (Section 13 or Section 26D Artisan qualification).

Responsibilities

• Ensure electrical installations comply with legal and engineering standards.
• Monitor equipment reliability and availability to reduce downtime.
• Coordinate emergency electrical breakdown responses and fault finding.
• Analyse recurring faults and implement corrective actions.
• Supervise electricians, engineering assistants, contractors and underground maintenance teams.
• Assist with shutdown planning and maintenance scheduling.

Skills

Grade 12

N3/N6/Mool? in Mechanical Engineering

Education

N3 Certificate or higher in Mechanical Engineering - N6 / National Diploma / BTech in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

IVANPLATS (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of Ivanhoe Mines, is advancing a major project in Mokopane, Limpopo, seeking an Electrical professional. The role emphasizes compliance with standards, reliability improvement, and effective troubleshooting for mining equipment and substations.

Candidates should hold an electrical trade qualification with substantial post-qualification experience in heavy industrial/mining settings and familiarity with high/low voltage systems and underground operations.