TM3 Foreman

EXCELLENCE IN PGM's; Burgersfort; On-site; ZAR 240 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A mining company in Burgersfort, Limpopo, seeks a supervisor for TM3 Artisans. The role involves supervising maintenance and repair of trackless mobile machinery, ensuring compliance with legal standards and managing operational tasks. Candidates should hold an N3 qualification with a Diesel Mechanic Trade Certificate and possess 3-5 years experience. This position offers the opportunity to lead and enhance workshop operations while ensuring safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience as an artisan on underground trackless mobile machinery.
• Competent to construct and interpret ISO schematic engineering drawings.
• Valid Medical Certificate or medically fit.

Responsibilities

• Supervise TM3 Artisans in maintenance and repair of mobile machinery.
• Maintain control of Engineering workshops and machinery.
• Conduct on-the-job training and coaching.

Skills

Computer literacy (MS Office package)

Hydraulics experience

Organizing and delegate skills

Education

N3 plus Diesel Mechanic Trade Certificate

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

To supervise TM3 Artisans in the maintenance and repair of trackless mobile machinery inclusive of legal mandatory compliance tests to ensure safe and up-to standard machines

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• N3 plus a recognized Diesel Mechanic Trade Certificate is essential
• Computer literacy (MS Office package) is essential
• Acting role as TM3 Foreman would be considered an advantage
• 3-5 years experience as an artisan on underground trackless mobile machinery is essential
• Hydraulics experience would be considered an advantage
• Competent to construct and interpret ISO schematic engineering drawings
• Must maintain a high standard of work and have good organizing and delegate skills
• Must be prepared to work overtime and standby
• Valid Medical Certificate, or medically fit in order to obtain such a certificate

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintaining control of Engineering workshops and trackless mobile machinery,
• Attending to callouts with regards to breakdowns
• Conducting on-the-job training and coaching
• Planning and co-ordinate daily, major maintenance and breakdowns of the section
• Issuing of work orders to artisan and attending to all departmental meetings
• Responsible for all department spares and consumable stock control
• Involvement in project work (belt extensions, pipe installation & continuous improvement work
• Enforce compliance with the MHSAct and regulations on my department
• Ensuring that subordinates adhere to all company standards, safe work procedures and compliance to safety.
• Creating and follow up on department purchase requisition orders and also managing departmental costs
• Meeting with suppliers on issues concerning spares, projects & service which is to be done in the mine
• Attending relevant meetings and enforcing discipline in my department
• Identifying new opportunities to improve overall equipment availability and stability of the section
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