Winder Technician (REF: IVP-ENG-2503)

Ivanhoe Mines; Limpopo; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in Limpopo is looking for a Winder Technician to oversee winder controls and electrical systems. Candidates must have Grade 12, relevant technical certifications, and experience in underground mining environments. The company offers a professional work setting with a commitment to safety and community preference for South African applicants.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years as underground Winder Technician.
• Experience in an electrical or instrumentation maintenance environment including HT, AC, and DC.
• Ability to interpret blueprints for mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for winder controls of electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Conduct and participate in Risk assessments.
• Ensure working area is compliant with OHSA standards.

Skills

Underground Winder Technician experience

Electrical maintenance knowledge

Time management and planning

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of Siemens Drives equipment

Education

Grade 12

N3 Certificate in Engineering Studies

Trade Test Certificate Section 13 or 26D

National Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Instrumentation

Job description

Ivanplats is looking for a Winder Technician (REF: IVP-ENG-2503)

IVANPLATS (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of Ivanhoe Mines, is advancing the development of its world-class palladium-rhodium-nickel-copper-gold project in the Limpopo Province near Mokopane. This unique mineral deposit will be exploited using large mechanised state-of-the-art underground mining methods, deploying the latest technology to develop this “mine of the future”. Suitably qualified and experienced candidates are invited to apply for the following vacancies required for the project development.

Suitable candidates must possess the following minimum qualifications and skills

• Grade 12
• N3 Certificate in Engineering Studies.
• Trade Test Certificate Section 13 or 26D.
• National Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Instrumentation is advantageous

Suitable Candidates Must Have The Following Work Experience

• 1-3 years as underground Winder Technician.
• Light Current.
• Experience in an electrical or instrumentation maintenance environment, including HT, AC and DC experience.
• The ability to interpret blueprints for mechanical systems.
• Incident reporting.
• Knowledge of Siemens Drives (Cyclo Converter) equipment, Winder Machinery, Crushing & Conveying equipment and Refrigeration plants and will be an advantage.
• Fault finding skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Time management and planning skills.

The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not be limited to:

• Responsible for winder controls of electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Responsible for electrical systems of surface ventilation fans.
• Responsible for electrical systems of standby generator plant.
• Responsible for electrical systems of surface substations.
• Updating of all electrical documentation (drawings, equipment database and datasheets).
• Conduct and participate in Risk assessments.
• Switching and preventative maintenance tasks on MV equipment in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Incident Reporting.
• Ensure working area is compliant of all OHSA standards.

Applications must be forwarded to or www.ivanhoecommunities.com on or before the closing date. The company will NOT consider applications received after the closing date.

Closing date: 5 November 2025

Preference will be given to South Africans (HDSA) from local communities surrounding Ivanplats Platreef mine. Applications are only open to South African Citizens and Permanent RSA Residents.

Should you not hear from the Company within 14 days of the closing date, you should assume that your application has not been successful.