Fitter

GOLD FIELDS; Westonaria Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Gold Fields' South Deep Gold Mine is seeking an experienced Underground Fitter to maintain and repair winder systems, conveyors and related equipment. The role emphasizes safe, compliant maintenance across surface and shaft areas, with a focus on timely delivery and quality workmanship.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years as a fitter, with at least 5 years in winder maintenance on BMR winders and various drum winders. Rank required and medical fit are part of the process.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Relevant Fitter Trade Certificate.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience as a Fitter with at least 5 years’ winder maintenance experience, on Blair Multi Rope Winders and on drum winders.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety of self and team members according to standards and procedures.
• Perform inspections in line with MHSA regulations and company standards.
• Contribute to zero-harm culture through compliance with health, safety, environmental and security policies.
• Promote teamwork and effective collaboration.
• Ensure condition monitoring and planned maintenance are carried out effectively.
• Respond to breakdowns, perform root cause analysis and diagnose issues.
• Repair breakdowns and assist with expansions and new equipment installations.
• Manage winder control and mechanical systems and update documentation.

Skills

Safety awareness

Winder maintenance

Mechanical systems

Root cause analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Grade 12

Fitter Trade Certificate

Tools

BMR Winders

Double/Single Drum Winders

Job description

South Deep is recruiting! This is an opportunity to bring your expertise to a dynamic and engaged team of professionals, working together to become the beacon of pride for our people, our communities, our stakeholders, and our shareholders. At South Deep, we value each person’s individual and collective contribution and support your ongoing development, helping you to achieve your career and our business aspirations.

Position: Underground Fitter

Job Grading: C – Lower

Department: Engineering – Infrastructure

Site: South Deep Gold Mine

The Shaft Fitter is accountable for the execution of general and specialist winder and associated installation maintenance, repairs and project work. The incumbent delivers scheduled and unscheduled tasks as assigned in all surface areas and maintenance on Winders to ensure safe and effective operation of the shaft winder system i.e. personnel, material and ore conveyances and haulage. A core accountability of the role is to maintain the highest possible safety standards in area of operation and influence.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Relevant Fitter Trade Certificate
• Minimum 7 years’ experience as a Fitter with at least 5 years’ winder maintenance experience, on both Blair Multi Rope (BMR) Winders as well as Double and Single Drum Winders and associated equipment
• Be declared medically fit for the position and environment, as determined by a risk-based medical examination at the Gold Fields Occupational Health Centre and pass a Heat Tolerance Screening test, and such other tests as may be required to assess the applicant’s suitability for employment

Key Competencies:

• Accomplished personal safety track record
• Conversant with the MHSA and the Minerals Act regulations in terms of shafts, winders, conveyors etc
• Proven interpersonal, collaborative and communication skills
• Independent, proactive thinker with the ability to schedule and deliver work within tight deadlines
• Advanced proficiency on mechanical maintenance of winder installations
• Extensive knowledge and experience of winder control and mechanical systems
• Demonstrated experience with legal inspections of mechanical installations
• Proven track record of production achievements

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure health and safety of self and team members by applying relevant standards and procedures in all planning and execution of maintenance activities
• Perform inspections in accordance with the Mine Health and Safety Act regulations, manufacturing, and company standards
• Contribute to a culture of zero harm by adhering to all requirements as laid down by legislation, health, safety, environmental, security policies, and procedures, and by the application of specific instructions to own work area and task completion
• Promote and develop team work to become an effective team member
• Ensure that condition monitoring of equipment, scheduled and planned maintenance are conducted effectively
• Timely response to breakdown management, conduct appropriate root cause analysis and diagnosis
• Repairing breakdowns as they occur and assisting with expansions and construction of new equipment or installations
• Responsible for winder control and mechanical systems, including but not limited to: Compressors, Shaft and Shaft Station control systems, updating of all mechanical documentation
• Exercise sound expert judgment with regards to repair versus replacement versus upgrade of components
• Align with planned maintenance schedules, including maintenance of relevant records for all winder and mechanical equipment and installations in area of responsibility
• Perform all activities according to instructions, procedures and engineering needs
• Identify spares requirements and order according to departmental procedure
• Create and maintain job cards according to the SAP system and requirements
• Work overtime, standby and be available for call-outs should the need arise

Closing Date: 20 October 2026

Please note that the Gold Fields code of conduct strictly prohibits the exchange of any payment as part of its recruitment process.

Creating enduring value beyond mining

Gold Fields is committed to advancing its Employment Equity (EE) strategy through Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). All Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA) and differently abled candidates may apply.