Artisan Diesel Mechanic-Wessels Mine at South32

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• This role is a permanent full-time position.
• As an Artisan Diesel Mechanic, you will be responsible for timely installation, repair and maintenance of equipment to ensure that mining activities are executed in a safe manner as well as operate equipment and tests all working parts in functional area to ensure proper utilization.  

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

• Interprets and coordinates pre-work with regards to repairs, interpretation of hydraulic diagrams, planned and predictive maintenance;
• Accesses any area safely to perform necessary maintenance on machines or equipment;
• Performs safety inspections of equipment and assesses risks on equipment;
• Maintains a clean and safe worksite;
• Ensures the upkeep of maintenance tools and equipment;
• Coordinates activities associated with trouble-shooting and repairing maintenance equipment.

 ABOUT YOU:

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Must have a minimum of 2 years’ technical experience on Underground Mining Equipment (Atlas Copco 282 rocket Boomer & Boltec 235H, Epiroc Boomer S2);
• Experience in performing major rebuilds and or components rebuild will be an added advantage;
• Valid Code 08 Driver’s license is essential.

Qualifications for this role are:

• Serious contenders will have a Grade 12 with Mathematics & Science/Technical Drawing or N2 Technical Certificate with a relevant Mechanic Trade Test.

This advertisement will close on  16 October 2025.