Heavy-Duty Mining Mechanic – On-site Housing & Growth

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Provident fund

On-site accommodation

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Heavy Duty Mechanic for our mining client at an operational site near Mahikeng, North West. You will maintain excavators, loaders, haul trucks and other mining equipment, focusing on preventive maintenance and rapid fault diagnosis.

You will work with operations and maintenance teams to minimize downtime, ensure safety, read manuals and schematics, and stay up-to-date with new repair techniques.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with heavy mining equipment and brands.
• Ability to read schematics, manuals and blueprints.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills in mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and servicing on heavy-duty mining equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults.
• Repair or replace worn parts per manufacturer specs and safety standards.
• Conduct diagnostic tests with specialized equipment.
• Implement preventative maintenance programs to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and compliance with safety protocols.
• Collaborate with site supervisors to prioritize repairs and ensure safe operation.

Skills

Heavy equipment maintenance

Diagnostics & troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Blueprints & schematics

Education

Trade qualification as Diesel/Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Tools

Diagnostic tools

OEM manuals

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Heavy Duty Mechanic for our mining client at an operational site near Mahikeng, North West. You will maintain excavators, loaders, haul trucks and other mining equipment, focusing on preventive maintenance and rapid fault diagnosis.

You will work with operations and maintenance teams to minimize downtime, ensure safety, read manuals and schematics, and stay up-to-date with new repair techniques.