Mining Electrical Maintenance Tech - Remote Site Upington

Placements24; Sol Plaatje Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 460,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses possible

Remote site accommodation

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training and career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician for a mining operation in Upington, Northern Cape. The role focuses on maintaining heavy mining equipment, diagnosing faults, and performing preventative maintenance to keep operations safe and productive.

You will work in a remote site environment, using diagnostic tools, reading schematics, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Qualified Electrical Technician with extensive experience in maintaining industrial or heavy equipment.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, including AC/DC motors, control circuits, PLCs, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
• Proficiency in using electrical testing equipment and diagnostic software.
• Experience in mining or heavy industrial environments is highly advantageous.
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Safety-conscious and physically fit for demanding conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex electrical maintenance and repair on mining machinery, including heavy-duty vehicles, conveyor systems, and processing equipment.
• Diagnose electrical issues using advanced diagnostic tools, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Conduct preventive maintenance inspections and services to minimize downtime.
• Ensure all electrical work complies with safety regulations, industry standards, and company policies.
• Test and calibrate electrical components and control systems after repairs or installations.
• Maintain detailed logs of maintenance activities, parts used, and equipment status.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Diagnosing faults

Education

Electrical Technician qualification

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Diagnostic software

Electrical schematics

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician for a mining operation in Upington, Northern Cape. The role focuses on maintaining heavy mining equipment, diagnosing faults, and performing preventative maintenance to keep operations safe and productive.

You will work in a remote site environment, using diagnostic tools, reading schematics, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.