ROLE DESCRIPTION:
Reporting to the Foreman Engineering: Trackless Mobile Machinery, the role will be responsible for the
installation, maintenance, fault finding and repair of Trackless Mobile Machinery (TMM) & Track bound equipment within the Diesel
mechanical discipline according to OEM specifications, Mine Health and Safety Act and prescribed performance requirements.
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide subject matter expertise and skills in area of responsibility; advising on solutions to enhance or ensure the
effectiveness of the department/section.
Perform inspections in accordance with the Mine Health and Safety Act Regulations and Manufacturing and Company
Standards to report all defects and breakdowns on equipment and machinery to the Foreman.
Reports faults and unsafe conditions to the Central Control Room.
Participate in planning shutdowns (Planned Maintenance), resources, tools and spares relevant to the shutdown activities.
Identify spares requirements and order according to departmental procedure.
Responsible for the management of consumable stock levels (amongst others, spares and hydro carbons).
Investigate, diagnose and perform trade related maintenance and repair of equipment and machinery according to the
maintenance requirements.
Assist Foreman in executing his/his duties as and when required.
Conduct planned task observations.
Follow instructions as per job card and report any defects.
De-energise and apply the lock-out procedure as per company policy.
Dismantle and remove machine assemblies, transmissions, steering mechanisms and other components, and check parts .
Detect and diagnose faults in machines and parts.
Assemble machine components and fit parts after being repaired.
Service machinery for optimal availability and performance.
Responsible to perform lock out when required.
Responsible for good housekeeping in working area.
Provide input in preparing maintenance and inspection schedules.
Conduct maintenance planning.
Responsible for trade related administration.
Perform standby duties and attend to breakdowns.
Conduct on-the-job training for allocated apprentices.
Ensure that all Engineering reporting is aligned with standards, guidelines and schedules.
Establish and maintain good working relationships and effective / sound communication systems within the Engineering
Function and operation.
Takes cognisance of and adhere to Company policies, procedures and relevant legislation. Manage and report on non
compliance issues.
Model behaviour that is consistent with the Company Vision and Values. Manage and report on non compliance issues.
Perform risk assessments (Mini) and participates in risk assessments (Activity based).
Provide Input to risk assessments, safe work procedures and Planned Task Observations, monitor, train and implement all
codes of practice, policies, procedures, risk assessments and standards and ensure all are in place for the effective
management of safe working conditions in terms of related area of responsibilities and legal requirements.
Effective Team Player and Effective Self-Management.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Grade 10
N2 Certificate
Qualified Diesel Mechanic Trade Certificate through a recognised institution and apprenticeship**
3 years post Apprenticeship/Qualification experience (can be concurrent with the PDL trade experience)
Valid Drivers’ Licens
Closing date: 09 October 2023