Fitter - Mamatwan Mine

South32; Hotazel; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company based in the Northern Cape is seeking a qualified Fitter. This permanent full-time role involves maintenance and repair of mining equipment to ensure safe operations. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of experience in a mining environment and hold a Fitter trade with relevant qualifications. Join a collaborative and inclusive team dedicated to sustainable practices.

Benefits

Employer contribution to retirement fund

Support for part-time studies

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a qualified Fitter in a mining environment.
• In-depth knowledge on inspection & repairs of pumps.
• Experience in working on conveyor belts including belt replacement and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Timely installation, repair, and maintenance of mining equipment.
• Perform safety inspections of equipment and assess risks.
• Complete Job Cards and report deviations during inspections.

Skills

Inspection & repairs of pumps

Jaw and Cone Crushers knowledge

Conveyor belt maintenance

Hydraulics and hydraulic systems

Education

Grade 12 with mathematics

N2 technical certificate

Fitter trade

Valid drivers license

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

ABOUT MAMATWAN

The South Africa Manganese operation can be found in the manganese rich Kalahari Basin, in the country’s Northern Cape, which is home to 80 per cent of the world\'s manganese. This position is based at our open-cut Mamatwan mine which started operating more than half a century ago.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS

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

South 32 will support assistance for part-time studies aligned to role requirements and business needs at accredited institutions to eligible employees.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This role is a permanent full-time position.

As a fitter, you will be responsible for timely installation, repair and maintenance of equipment to ensure that mining activities are executed in a safe manner as well as operate equipment and tests all working parts in functional area to ensure proper utilization.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

• Complete hard copies of Job Cards and capture Job Cards on SAP;
• Report deviations observed during inspections to ensure proper planning prior to execution
• Interprets and coordinates pre-work about repairs, planned and predictive maintenance;
• Accesses any area safely to perform necessary maintenance on machines or equipment;
• Performs safety inspections of equipment and assesses risks on equipment;
• Maintains a clean and safe worksite;
• Ensures the upkeep of maintenance tools and equipment;
• Coordinates activities associated with troubleshooting and repairing maintenance equipment.

ABOUT YOU

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a qualified Fitter in a mining environment;
• In depth knowledge on inspection & repairs of pumps;
• In depth knowledge of the workings of Jaw and Cone Crushers;
• Experience in working on conveyor belts including belt replacement, bearings, gearbox, couplings etc.;
• In depth knowledge of hydraulics and hydraulic systems including static rockbreaker and apron feeder.

Qualifications for this role

• Grade 12 with mathematics;
• N2 technical certificate;
• Fitter trade;
• Valid drivers license.

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

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

This advertisement will close on 17 September 2025.