Artisan Diesel Mechanic

Latest Job July 2024

De Beers Group is looking for suitable and experienced Artisan Diesel Mechanic . The successful candidate will be based at Venetia Mine, Limpopo Province, South Africa. The purpose of the job is to maintain and repair machinery and diesel-powered vehicles, engines and mechanical systems according to sound engineering practice and equipment specifications.

Job Details

Job Descriptions

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide consultation on correct maintenance and preventative measures to machine or vehicle users
• Keep logs of work and report issues
• Perform Inspections in accordance the Mine Health & Safety Act regulations, manufacturing and company standards to report all defects and breakdowns on equipment and machinery to the Supervisor
• Planning of activities in accordance with production schedules and allocation of resources as required
• Effective communication to relevant stakeholders to minimize delays
• Adherence to policies and procedures.
• Upholding of safety, health and environmental standards to achieve ZERO HARM.
• Training and development of subordinates.
• Build and assemble machines or mechanical components according to requirement
• Inspect machines, engines, transmissions and run diagnostic tests to discover functionality issues
• Conduct repairs aiming for maximum reliability and availability
• Troubleshoot reported problems and resolve them in timely manner
• Perform thorough maintenance and repairs on machinery, equipment and systems with specific regard to the following: Drill Rigs (DD320, DD321, DD321, DD420, DD421 & DD422i), Long Hole Rigs (DL421, DL422i, DL432i & Rhino Machine), Cable Bolters (DS421, DS422i & DS412i), Roof Bolters (DS411), Maclean Bolter (946), LHD (LH410, LH517i & LH621i), Dump Trucks (TH430), TH540 & TH551i), Shotcrete (Normet) , Manitou and Agicars etc.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / N3 / Equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification with pure Mathematics and Physical Science
• Relevant Trade Certificate (Diesel Mechanic)
• Valid EB / Code 8 Drivers License
• Minimum 3 years continuous experience as a Diesel Mechanic in TMM maintenance in an underground mine is essential.

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to understand and read technical drawings to do fault finding.
• Planning and control of maintenance schedules as per SAP PM.
• Computer literacy – MS Office Suite
• Be prepared to work shifts, do standby duties, callouts, and work overtime as per the role requirement.
• Successfully obtain a Medical Certificate of Fitness to work underground.
• Your consideration for employment is subject to: o SAPS Criminal Record verification and a valid EB / Code 8 Drivers License. o Qualifications Verification. o Relevant Psychometric and Technical Assessments

How to Apply