Millwright

Exxaro; Delmas; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading resources company is looking for a Millwright to join their team in Delmas, Mpumalanga. This permanent position involves maintaining essential equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and operating medium to high voltage switchgear. Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years of relevant experience, a Grade 12 certificate, and technical qualifications in engineering. Join a collaborative environment focused on professional growth at this dynamic mining company.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years applicable technical and maintenance experience in heavy industry.
• Valid Public Driver's License: Code B.
• Completion of Core MQA Modules and On-the-Job Assessments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair essential infrastructure and equipment.
• Conduct inspections and manage maintenance schedules.
• Operate and manage medium to high voltage switchgear.
• Report and rectify hazards in a timely manner.
• Transfer knowledge to trainees and artisan aides.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Safety compliance

Problem-solving

Medium Voltage Switching

Programming PLCs

Education

Grade 12/Standard 10 Technical

N3 Engineering Relevant

Trade: Millwright MQA/QCTO

Job description

Job Advert Summary

Join Exxaro Resources as a Millwright at Leeuwpan Coal in Delmas, Mpumalanga. This permanent, hands‑on role in the dynamic mining sector involves maintaining and managing essential infrastructure and equipment. Key responsibilities include inspecting, repairing, and managing equipment, ensuring safety and compliance with health standards, and operating medium to high voltage switchgear. Be part of a collaborative team that values diverse skills and perspectives, promoting creativity, safety consciousness, and problem-solving. Exxaro offers an inclusive workplace focused on continuous learning and growth, providing an ideal environment for professional development. Enhance your career with one of South Africa's leading resources companies by applying now.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)/Mine Health and Safety Acts (MHSA) and all safety regulations.
• Conduct regular maintenance, inspections, and repairs on equipment, ensuring adherence to planned maintenance schedules.
• Program and maintain circuits, panels, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and related equipment according to technical manuals.
• Identify and solve equipment faults and issues while conducting regular testing and monitoring.
• Manage the control and safe operation of medium to high voltage switchgear ensuring adherence to safety standards.
• Inspect tools, equipment, and vehicles to ensure they meet safety standards and are in optimal working condition.
• Report and rectify any identified defects or hazardous situations in a timely manner.
• Transfer knowledge and provide guidance to trainees and artisan aides to enhance skill development.
• Plan and secure necessary parts and tools to prevent production delays and ensure continuity in operations.
• Foster a safe work environment by adhering to all health and safety practices and promoting good housekeeping.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12/Standard 10 Technical (Essential/Minimum)
• N3: Engineering Relevant (Essential/Minimum)
• Trade: Millwright MQA/QCTO (Essential/Minimum)
• 2–3 years applicable technical and maintenance experience within a heavy industry, production, mining, or pyro‑metallurgical environment (Essential/Minimum)
• Psychometric assessment (Essential/Minimum) (To be conducted by Exxaro)
• Certificate of Fitness (Essential/Minimum) (To be conducted by Exxaro)
• Valid Public Driver's License: Code B (Essential/Minimum)
• Competency in Medium Voltage Switching (Essential/Minimum)
• Completion of Core MQA Modules Assessments and On‑the‑Job MQA Modules Assessments (Essential/Minimum)
• Proficiency in programming of circuits, panels, PLCs, and related equipment