Minopex
Applicants are invited to apply for the Minopex Engineering Artisan Electrician
About the Role
Minopex is seeking a skilled Maintenance Artisan specialising in heavy machinery and plant equipment maintenance. In this critical role you will:
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Investigate, diagnose and perform trade-related maintenance and repair of equipment and machinery according to technical specification and sound engineering practice.
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Perform daily inspections in accordance with the Mine Health and Safety Act regulations, operational and company standards—report all defects and breakdowns on equipment and machinery to the Supervisor.
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Develop, modify, construct and install all types of trade-related equipment required for the safe operation of engineering equipment.
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Ensure that all installations and equipment are safe and in good working order after task completion.
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Continuously monitor equipment failure and efficiency to improve trade-specific equipment and systems.
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Consult with production teams on maintenance activities that affect production.
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Support the achievement of engineering availability and production performance levels at Minopex.
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Ensure that maintenance-related information is recorded and reported to the relevant planning office to support the planned/asset maintenance system.
Minimum Qualifications For Minopex Engineering Artisan Electrician
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Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent qualification registered at NQF Level 4, including relevant NATED qualifications such as the N3 Certificate.
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Valid Section 13 Trade Test / Section 26(D) certificate.
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Valid driver’s licence code B, EB or C1.
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Own transport to attend to call-outs.
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Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience as a qualified artisan in a mineral processing plant.
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Valid MV MQA Certification.
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Experience with VSD and Soft Starter, and DP and Pro-V Simocode systems.
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Proficient in English language, time-management skills, attention to detail and strong mechanical knowledge.
Why Join Minopex?
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Work in a high-performance industrial environment with a company recognised for excellence in mineral-processing plant operations and maintenance. Minopex+2Minopex+2
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Access structured professional development and training opportunities with a leading employer in the engineering and maintenance sector.
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Be part of a team committed to safety, innovation and operational optimisation.
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Apply now and secure a role that combines technical skill, career growth and immediate contribution to mission-critical operations.




