Artisan - Fitter at Anglo American

Job Description:
Your role will include but not limited to:

• Contribute to a culture of zero harm by adhering to all requirements as laid down by legislation, health, safety, environmental, security policies, and procedures, and by the application of specific instructions to own work area and task completion.
• Attend to defects raised through various detection processes, reports, breakdown sheets and over-inspection mechanisms.
• Conduct defect elimination on mechanical systems in order to eliminate repeats.
• Carry out scheduled and non-scheduled repairs and installation work as required to ensure optimum equipment availability and reliability.
• Discuss work backlog and future work requirements with the Supervisor and plan corrective measures to rectify e.g., re-scheduling, prioritising, labour assistance, etc.
• This role is in the VUP Engineering department at a CL level reporting to the Senior Engineering Foreman

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 / N3 / Equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification with mathematics and Physical Science
• Trade Certificate:  Fitter or Fitter and Turner

    Role-specific knowledge:

• 3 years’ experience as a certified fitter within the mining or heavy industrial sectors
•  A sound knowledge of hydraulic systems as these pertains to a heavy mechanical plant
•  Sound knowledge and experience of Safety, Health and Environmental Legislation and standards applicable to field of work
• Skills to troubleshoot, repair and maintain mechanical systems and major equipment within area of responsibility
• Please note:  Will be expected of all successful candidates to undergo training

Additional Information:

• Valid EB / Code 8 Drivers License
•  Computer literacy – MS Office Suite
• Be prepared to work shifts, do standby duties, callouts, and work overtime
•  Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces
• Successfully obtain a Medical Certificate of Fitness to work underground
• The post is dependent on the successful completion of the Company’s pre-employment protocol such as qualifications’ verification, relevant psychometric assessments, and a clear security clearance

Additional information:
How to Apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.
Preference will be given to Venetia employees who meet the criteria
For all internal applicants, you are required to complete an internal application form and attach detailed CV. This form must be accompanied with a signature from your immediate Line Manager and Head of Department, failure to do so will render your application invalid.
Who We Are:

Venetia Mine – South Africa

De Beers Group is a company with a rich history and a sparkling future.

Since 1888 our experts have searched the world for nature’s most precious gem. Our diamonds bring beauty to the world. But we think they can do so much more. We want our diamonds, and our business, to make life brilliant – for our people, our customers, and the world around us.

Venetia Mine is part of De Beers Group Managed Operations Business which integrates mines, operations and support functions in the De Beers Group producer countries of Canada and South Africa to shape a safe, sustainable future for De Beers Group’s people, shareholders, communities and partners.