RDT Technician: Drilling Equipment Specialist

Mincon; Aggeneys; On-site; ZAR 280,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Mincon Kalahari is seeking a skilled RDT Technician to join our team in Kathu, Northern Cape. The role focuses on maintaining drilling equipment, ensuring maximum equipment availability and adherence to strict safety standards on site.

Responsibilities include scheduled maintenance, inspections, DTH hammer servicing, bit sharpening, calibration and safe component replacements, while recording all maintenance activities and reporting defects.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (Matric) is required.
• Relevant Safety Management training or certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure optimal machine and equipment availability.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on drilling equipment.
• Inspect, fit, and remove equipment on drill rigs.
• Service DTH hammers to extend equipment life.
• Sharpen and grind drill bits to maximize performance.
• Conduct regular inspections of drill bit conditions.
• Perform safe and correct component replacement and changes.
• Report equipment defects, damages and maintenance requirements.
• Troubleshoot GET and related equipment issues.
• Capture and record equipment changes, deviations and maintenance activities.
• Maintain excellent customer relations and communication.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, environmental and PPE requirements.
• Identify workplace hazards and report unsafe conditions.
• Participate in and conduct safety meetings when required.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe workshop and working environment.
• Complete all relevant maintenance and operational documentation accurately.

Education

Grade 12 (Matric)

Safety Management training/certification

Job description

Mincon Kalahari is seeking a skilled RDT Technician to join our team in Kathu, Northern Cape. The role focuses on maintaining drilling equipment, ensuring maximum equipment availability and adherence to strict safety standards on site.

Responsibilities include scheduled maintenance, inspections, DTH hammer servicing, bit sharpening, calibration and safe component replacements, while recording all maintenance activities and reporting defects.