Underground Mining TMM & Electrical Maintenance Lead

Network Recruitment; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Recruitment is seeking a Resident Engineer to manage and control engineering activities in an underground mining section. You will ensure safe, reliable operation of trackless mobile machinery and underground infrastructure, while supporting production targets and regulatory compliance.

The role requires GCC Mines and Works, a degree or diploma in mechanical or electrical engineering, and a valid driver’s licence. Training in maintenance management and risk assessment is advantageous.

Qualifications

• GCC Mines and Works in the applicable discipline.
• National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Additional training in maintenance management, risk assessment and incident investigation advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage maintenance, servicing and repair of underground trackless mobile machinery (TMM).
• Develop and implement preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance programmes.
• Ensure safety-critical systems are maintained in a safe and serviceable condition.
• Monitor equipment availability, MTBF and MTTR; minimise unplanned breakdowns.
• Investigate recurring failures and implement root-cause corrective actions.
• Coordinate equipment inspections, major repairs, component replacements and planned shutdowns.
• Ensure unsafe or defective machinery is isolated and not returned to service.

Education

GCC Mines and Works

Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree

Valid driver’s licence

Job description

Network Recruitment is seeking a Resident Engineer to manage and control engineering activities in an underground mining section. You will ensure safe, reliable operation of trackless mobile machinery and underground infrastructure, while supporting production targets and regulatory compliance.

The role requires GCC Mines and Works, a degree or diploma in mechanical or electrical engineering, and a valid driver’s licence. Training in maintenance management and risk assessment is advantageous.