Fitter Aide (Belt Maintenance) (B4)

Dwarsrivier Chrome Mine (Pty) Ltd; Limpopo; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company located in Limpopo is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to support ongoing operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing maintenance on mining equipment and ensuring safety compliance. Requirements include a Grade 10 Certificate and a Code 08 Driver's Licence. This role necessitates some practical experience in a heavy industrial setting, offering a great chance to contribute to a well-established team. Equal opportunity employer with a strong focus on safety and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 Certification or equivalent required.
• Driver’s Licence is mandatory.
• Advantage if holdings an Operative Course Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance and reliability of mining equipment.
• Conduct mini risk assessments in the workplace.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area and tools.
• Perform scheduled maintenance tasks on various mining equipment.

Skills

Practical trade-related experience

Ability to operate machinery

Independent working capability

Attention to safety standards

Education

Grade 10 / Standard 8 Certificate

Code 08 (B) Driver’s Licence

Operative Course Certificate (advantageous)

Job description

Seize this opportunity to join Dwarsrivier Chrome Mine, a values-driven Company that cares for its people unconditionally. Dwarsrivier Chrome Mine is a wholly owned subsidiary of Assore Limited.

Our mine, situated in the Limpopo Province about 60 kilometers from Lydenburg and 40 kilometers from Burgersfort, and is a world‑class producer of Chrome Ore.

The successful applicant will report to the Fitter or nominee.

Minimum Educational Requirements

• Grade 10 / Standard 8 Certificate.
• Code 08 (B) Driver’s Licence.
• Advantageous: Operative Course Certificate.

Experience

• 3 months practical trade-related experience in a heavy industrial/mining/plant environment.

Duties

• Assist in ensuring optimum availability and reliability of equipment in support of effective and continuously improved mine’s operations. To assist and execute maintenance on mining equipment including modifications and repairs.
• Conduct mini risk assessment in own area of work and within span of control.
• Ensure own work area is always clean. Ensure all equipment and tools are cleaned after use and stored in Storeroom. • Ensure that personal/artisan’s tools are complete and in safe working condition.
• Work independently and under the supervision of the artisan. Ensure tasks are completed according to set requirements and standards. Tasks include: Conduct maintenance on rock breakers including remove and replace of hydraulic hoses on rock breaker, replace rock breakers, power pack and hydraulic cylinders. Do maintenance on conveyor belts including greasing bearing on conveyor belt, replace worn idlers and skirting rubbers. Replace vent fans, cleaning of fan plate and the impellor pump. Assist Artisans in conducting maintenance on compressors including replacement and removal of air filters and oil filters.
• Adhere to planned maintenance / production schedules and breakdowns to assist in achieving production throughout. Assume responsibility for the safe and optimal use of equipment and related machinery.
• All defects and status of tools and equipment are recorded, signed, and handed over to Chargehand/Foreman. Operate stationery and mobile engineering equipment. Perform lock-out procedure when required. Tools, material, and equipment are utilized according to SOPs. Assist Artisan during the maintenance of chairlifts including the replacement and removal of ropes, chair, brakes and safe operation of the chairlift. Conduct maintenance of underground dams including the replacement and removal of pumps.
• Assist the artisans in the maintenance of primary and secondary equipment when instructed (perform partly independent to the level of competence). All production equipment is maintained reactively and on a scheduled basis to ensure equipment availability and reliability. Breakdowns are attended to immediately to restore availability and reported to the supervisor/Control Room.

Selection will take place according to the Dwarsrivier Chrome Mine Recruitment Operating Procedure. A strong consideration will be the individual’s fit with the Dwarsrivier Chrome Mine Values. The successful candidate will be appointed on the Dwarsrivier Chrome Mine Conditions of Employment, which includes being certified medically fit as per the Mine Health and Safety Act 29/1996. Dwarsrivier Chrome Mine is an equal opportunity employer, and due consideration will be taken in terms of the Company’s Employment Equity Plan and Mining Charter objectives.

CV’s may be submitted to: Dwarsrivier Recruitment through the link https://dwarsriviermine.simplify.hr/.

All candidates must ensure that all relevant certified (certified by SAPS) qualifications, certificates, and licences are attached to their application. Shortlisted candidates will be required to authenticate information provided in their C.V.s. Correspondence will be entered into with shortlisted candidates only. Candidates may be required to undergo psychometric and other relevant assessments. Please note that criminal and credit checks may be conducted on the successful candidate.

If a candidate fails to provide information or submit proof of qualifications as per the minimum requirements above the application will not be considered.

No late or unsolicited applications will be considered. No recruitment agency C.V.s will be accepted.

POPIA DISCLAIMER

• The processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes.
• Further processing of personal information, which may be shared with third parties for verification purposes.
• Dwarsrivier Chrome Mine will keep the record of your personal information confidential and for the specific purpose it was intended for.

Note: Should you fail to provide relevant personal information requested during the Recruitment and Selection purpose for the position you have applied for, we may not be able to consider and process your application further.