Mining Auto Electrician: Electrical & CAS Systems

Probe Group; Piet Retief; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Probe Group is seeking an Auto Electrician to install, repair and maintain electrical wiring and computer-based equipment in mining and related equipment. The role covers LDVs, trailers, trucks and earth-moving machines, with duties spanning diagnostics, component installation and safety testing.

You will work with computer-controlled engines and management systems, ensuring compliance with Mine Health and Safety acts and PPE requirements, and progress your IDP with quarterly performance reviews.

Qualifications

• Auto electrical knowledge/ 18 months on the job training for trade test compliance
• Qualified Auto Electrician
• Air con Training
• CAS Training
• Knowledge on mining equipment

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and Repairs, Breakdowns, Installations
• Service identifies and repair faults on electronic machines such as electronic field systems, electronic gear selection, air conditioning and monitoring systems and safety systems
• Install electrical components and equipment such as gauges, lights, alternators, starter motors and wiring looms
• Test the repaired parts/vehicle for safety, using special tools to ensure proper operation and effectiveness of maintenance activities
• Install electrically operated accessories such as radios, strobes, cameras and converters
• Use meters, diagnostics instruments, laptops and circuit diagrams to find electrical faults
• Testing and replacing faulty alternators, generators, starter motors, magnetos and related items such as voltage regulators and batteries
• Use hand tools, specialized electrical tools and instruments and machines, including drills, grinders, presses, and lathes
• Solder or weld when repairing electrical parts, sell and install electrical parts and accessories

Skills

Auto electrical knowledge

18 months on the job training

Knowledge on mining equipment

Education

Matric or Grade 12

N2 - N4 Electrical + Trade Test Certificate

Job description

Probe Group is seeking an Auto Electrician to install, repair and maintain electrical wiring and computer-based equipment in mining and related equipment. The role covers LDVs, trailers, trucks and earth-moving machines, with duties spanning diagnostics, component installation and safety testing.

You will work with computer-controlled engines and management systems, ensuring compliance with Mine Health and Safety acts and PPE requirements, and progress your IDP with quarterly performance reviews.