Foreman Mechanical at Implats

PURPOSE OF THE JOB: To supervise and assist the team in the safe and cost-effective execution of all mechanical maintenance work

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12/NQF Level 4 equivalent is essential.
• Mechanical Trade Certificate is essential.
• Minimum of 3 years as an Artisan is essential.

COMPETENCIES:

• MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Read, interpret and produce basic engineering drawings
• Demonstrate knowledge pertaining to basic health and safety principles in a workplace
• Identify engineering materials, their characteristics and applications and common metal tests used in engineering
• Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of hydraulics
• Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of pneumatics
• Demonstrate knowledge of Problem-Solving techniques

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Supervises mechanical maintenance activities.
• Guides and assists with daily maintenance and construction activities.
• Directs Artisans according to emergency priorities submitted by production personnel.
• Stays informed on the latest technology for application or replacement of present systems, equipment, technology and divulge the necessary information to personnel.
• Meets regularly with employees to analyse problems and maintains a healthy service and relationship between personnel and with clients.
• Reports to Section Superintendent on all activities and problem areas.
• Attends to callouts with regards to mechanical breakdowns.
• Maintains control of Monitoring workshop and stores.
• Designs basic mechanical components, pneumatic and hydraulic circuits.
• Diagnoses and repairs faults on equipment and machinery during production/operation.
• Writes technical reports.
• Supports and participates in change management initiatives to drive transformation and optimisation.
• Adheres to safety regulations and mine standards, procedures and practices and reports non-compliance.
• Provides relevant support to stakeholders to ensure team objectives are achieved.

CLOSING DATE: 11.08.2026