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A leading company in mining is seeking a Maintain for Reliability Technician for their Engineering department. The role requires a proven safety leader with experience in maintenance and training. Candidates should have a mechanical or electrical trade certificate and at least 5 years of relevant experience. This position requires collaboration with various technical teams and emphasizes safety and continuous improvement in maintenance practices.
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Position
Maintain for Reliability (M4R) Technician
Job Grading
C-Upper
Department
Engineering – Reliability
Site
South Deep Gold Mine
The Maintain for Reliability (M4R) Technician is accountable for the identification, implementation and monitoring of trackless fleet reliability improvement initiatives designed to enhance artisan proficiency in optimal fleet maintenance practices. A core accountability of the role is to maintain the highest possible safety standards in area of operation and influence and, to collaborate with the Operate for Reliability (O4R), Technical Quality Assurance and Technical Training (HRD) teams to ensure that optimal equipment operating and maintenance standards are maintained.
Minimum Requirements
Grade 12 or equivalent
Mechanical or Electrical trade certificate
Minimum 5 years’ experience as a trackless mobile machinery Artisan/Foreman
Relevant experience in training delivery related to maintenance of TMM Machines
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
Proven track record in safety leadership
Skilled communicator with proven ability to engage at all levels
Well-developed interpersonal collaboration and team skills
Organising, coordination, leadership, and planning skills
Highly motivated self-starter with proven positive attendance record
Proven track record in training delivery related to maintenance of TMM machines
Computer literacy with basic MS Office proficiency
Duties And Responsibilities
Ensure personal health and safety and that of team members by applying relevant standards and procedures in all planning and execution of maintenance activities
Perform inspections in accordance with the MHSA regulations and company standards during maintenance windows focusing on:
Verifying and validating daily training outcomes to ensure that maintaining equipment for reliability is effectively applied by Artisans and Supervisors in the underground workshops and working areas and initiate appropriate remedial actions to ensure optimum alignment
Interacting with Artisans during on-the-job observations to identify opportunities for improvement in driving the Engineering Asset Management philosophy and strategy
Recording lessons learned and translate these into training material and/or training delivery methods for TMM Foremen and Artisans
Facilitating Maintain for Reliability learning modules in the Training Centre as needed
Complete daily observations, insights, inspections, and periodic machine condition assessments (MCAs) and discuss findings with the TMM Foreman and report back to the Reliability Engineer
Ensuring that planned maintenance and corrective maintenance are carried out by Artisans in accordance with site and OEM standards
Identify defects, accurately record them, and raise work orders for defects to be rectified
Participate in Root Failure Cause Analysis (RCFA) investigations and lead the implementation of any RCFA findings using the work management processes, ensuring compliance within the Engineering and Production teams
Identify and implement improvement initiatives to enhance asset reliability and/or labour efficiency and effectiveness
Closing Date: 11 July 2025
Please note that the Gold Fields code of conduct strictly prohibits the exchange of any payment as part of its recruitment process.
Should you require any assistance or have any challenges in applying for a position, please contact the Recruitment hub on 011 411 1387
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NOTE: all relevant certificates must be attached to your CV in order to be considered for shortlisting