Snr Eng Operative

De Beers Group; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading mining company as a Senior Engineering Operative at the Venetia Mine. In this role, you'll contribute to safety and operational excellence by assisting with engineering tasks and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. Ideal candidates will possess engineering qualifications and a strong commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with Maths or equivalent required.
• N2 certification in relevant engineering fields is necessary.
• Ability to communicate and work in a team is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Assist artisans in major engineering tasks.
• Report defects and communicate problems to supervisors.
• Ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.

Skills

Ability to analyse and interpret data

Communication in English

Understanding of Safety Health and Environmental Legislation

Education

Grade 12 with Maths or equivalent

N2 Engineering Science

N2 Mathematics

N2 Plating and Structural Steel Drawings

N2 Diesel trade theory

N2 Platers theory

N2 Industrial Electronics

N2 Electrical trade theory

N2 Fitting & machine trade theory

Job description

Job Description

Join us at our Venetia Mine Operation as a Senior Engineering Operative where you will be responsible to:

• Contribute to a culture of zero harm by adhering to all requirements as laid down by
• legislation and health, safety, environmental and security policies and procedures.
• Assist Artisan and other operatives in carrying out major engineering tasks.
• Report defects and communicate problems to the Foreman and / or Artisan.
• Apply recognized work and safety standards and ensure that tasks are completed to
• required quality standards. Conduct efficient housekeeping of engineering workshops in
• accordance with departmental requirements.
• Perform all activities according to instructions, procedures and mining needs.
• Participate in cost saving initiatives and adhere to financial procedures.

Applicants sourced are for the following sections:

• Senior Engineering Operatives Fixed Plant (Surface & Underground)
• Senior Engineering Operatives Vehicle maintenance
• Senior Engineering Operative Shafts and Infrastructure
• Senior Engineering Operatives Water Handling
• Senior Engineering Operatives Ground Handling
• Senior Engineering Operatives Urgent Work
• Senior Engineering Operatives Drills & Bolters
• Senior Engineering Operatives Load & Haul
• Senior Engineering Operatives Support Equipment

This role is in the Engineering Department and is at a Band 9 Level reporting to the Senior Engineering Foreman.

Qualifications

You will need the following minimum requirements:

Plater/Welder (Boilermaker) X2

• Grade 12 with Maths or equivalent and
• N2 Engineering Science
• N2 Mathematics
• N2 Plating and Structural Steel Drawings
• N2 Platers theory

Diesel Mechanic X2

• Grade 12 with Maths or equivalent and
• N2 Engineering Science
• N2 Mathematics
• N2 Engineering Drawings
• N2 Diesel trade theory

Mechanician

• Grade 12 with Maths or equivalent and
• N2 Engineering Science
• N2 Mathematics
• N2 Industrial Electronics
• N2 Instrument Trade Theory

Electrician

• Grade 12 with Maths or equivalent and
• N2 Engineering Science
• N2 Industrial electronics
• N2 Electrical trade theory

Fitter X2

• Grade 12 with Maths or equivalent and
• N2 Engineering Science
• N2 Engineering drawings
• N2 Fitting & machine trade theory

Other requirements:

• Ability to analyse and interpret data and information relevant to the tasks and equipment being used.
• Ability to communicate information in English clearly and effectively, both verbally and in written.
• knowledge and experience of Safety, Health and Environmental Legislation and standards applicable to underground mining.
• The incumbent will be required to work overtime and do callouts.
• The post is dependent on the successful completion of the Company's pre-employment protocol such as qualifications verification, relevant psychometric and technical assessments and security clearance.
• Might be required to travel
• In addition to above minimum criteria the incumbent will also meet the following requirements:
• Code EB/Code 08 driver's license
• Successfully obtain a Red Ticket (Medical Fitness certificate) on mine.
• Your consideration for employment is subject to your SAPS Criminal Record verification and qualifications verification.
• Psychometric and Technical assessments. Successful completion of the pre-assessment does however not guarantee appointment.

For all internal applicants

You are required to complete an internal application form and attach detailed CV. This form must be accompanied with a signature from your immediate Line Manager and Head of Department, failure to do so will render your application invalid.

Background Checks

Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check, validation of qualifications and medicals fitness.

IMPORTANT: APPLICATIONS WITHOUT SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

Additional Information

Values

Put Safety First- We consider all risks to people and the environment before proceeding with any activity. We address risks before beginning any activity, even if this means stopping a task. Zero Harm is always our goal.

Be Passionate- We are exhilarated by the product we sell, the challenges we face and the opportunities we create.

Pull Together- Being united in purpose and action, we will turn the diversity of our people, skills and experience into an unparalleled source of strength.

Build Trust- We will always listen first, then act with openness, honesty and integrity so that our relationships flourish

Show we Care- The people whose lives we touch, their communities, nations and the environment we share, all matter deeply to us. We will always think through the consequences of what we do so that our contribution to the world is real, lasting and makes us proud.

Shape the Future- We will find new ways. We will set demanding targets and take both tough decisions and considered risks to achieve them. We will insist on excellent execution and reward those who deliver.

Eligibility Criteria

This role is open to all individuals and we will support employees who might need to relocate

Closing Date: 11 July 2025