Mining Equipment Maintenance Apprentice — Welkom

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Mentorship

Career progression

Certifications

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Mining Equipment Maintenance Trainee for our Welkom, Free State operations. You will train alongside experienced technicians to maintain, repair, and troubleshoot heavy mining equipment, gaining hands-on experience across mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.

This apprenticeship emphasizes safety and practical skills development, with mentorship and opportunities to advance into specialized maintenance roles within the mining sector.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in heavy machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.
• Good problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Physical fitness for demanding conditions on site.
• Willingness to undergo rigorous safety training and adhere to safety standards.
• Team player with good communication skills.
• Ability to work shifts in a mining environment (Welkom).
• Must have legal right to work in South Africa.
• Willing to reside or relocate to the Welkom area.

Responsibilities

• Assist in routine inspection, maintenance, and repair of heavy mining equipment (e.g., excavators, loaders, drills).
• Learn to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Participate in disassembly and reassembly of components.
• Use diagnostic tools to identify and resolve problems.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Adhere to safety protocols on site in Welkom.
• Collaborate with operations teams to ensure equipment availability.
• Support senior technicians in complex repairs.
• Contribute to safety and continuous improvement in the Free State mining sector.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Technical reading

Problem solving

Physical fitness

Safety training

Team orientation

Shift work readiness

Work eligibility

Relocation willingness

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Mining Equipment Maintenance Trainee for our Welkom, Free State operations. You will train alongside experienced technicians to maintain, repair, and troubleshoot heavy mining equipment, gaining hands-on experience across mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.

This apprenticeship emphasizes safety and practical skills development, with mentorship and opportunities to advance into specialized maintenance roles within the mining sector.