Mine Maintenance Technician — Overtime Eligible

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance and retirement fund

Tools provided

Training and skills development

Stable employment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Mine Maintenance Technician in the Stellenbosch area to perform preventative and corrective maintenance on heavy mining equipment. You will diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, read schematics, and maintain logs while ensuring safety on site.

The ideal candidate has a trade qualification and at least 3 years of relevant experience, with welding skills and a collaborative, hands-on approach to keeping the mine fleet in optimal condition.

Qualifications

• Hands-on maintenance mindset with a practical problem-solving approach.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair heavy mining equipment.
• Willingness to operate under pressure and adhere to safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on heavy mining equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and spare parts inventory.
• Adhere to health and safety protocols on site.
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Trade qualification (N2 or equivalent)

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Mine Maintenance Technician in the Stellenbosch area to perform preventative and corrective maintenance on heavy mining equipment. You will diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, read schematics, and maintain logs while ensuring safety on site.

The ideal candidate has a trade qualification and at least 3 years of relevant experience, with welding skills and a collaborative, hands-on approach to keeping the mine fleet in optimal condition.