GCC Engineer at Afrimat

Minimum Qualifications / Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree / National Diploma in Mechanical or related field.
• Government Certificate of Competency (GCC Mines & Works) - Essential
• Minimum 8 years' engineering experience within mining and mineral processing operations
• At least 3 years' experience in a senior engineering leadership position
• Proven experience in both opencast mining equipment and processing plant maintenance
• Sound knowledge of the Mine Health and Safety Act and related legislation
• Prior experience in dealing with the DMPR
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities
• Valid driver's licence
• Candidates must be medically fit to perform duties in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act.

Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to):

• Act as the appointed GCC Engineer in accordance with the MHSA.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable legal, statutory, and company engineering requirements.
• Lead engineering maintenance and reliability initiatives for mobile mining equipment and fixed plant assets.
• Develop and implement maintenance strategies to improve equipment availability and performance.
• Manage engineering risks and ensure effective implementation of safety standards.
• Monitor engineering budgets, capital projects, and operational expenditure.
• Lead investigations into engineering-related incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering and maintenance teams
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and plant performance
• Manage contractors and service providers in accordance with company standards
• Support operational teams in achieving production and business objectives

Please send the following documents to apply:

Please upload the following documents in one file with the application form to the right. (File size no bigger than 3 MB)

• CV
• Certified ID copy
• Certified copies of qualifications

The candidates must be medically fit in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act and the Company standards for medical fitness.

Closing Date: 15 October 2026