MAINTENANCE OPERATIVE-GARAGE X2 – Morupule Coal Mine

VACANCY

MAINTENANCE OPERATIVE-GARAGE X2 (5 MONTHS FIXED TERM CONTRACT)

Job Summary:

Carries out basic repairs, services and installations on plant /machinery/equipment in relevant trade, within scope of practice and training.

Key Activities:

Adheres to all quality assurance/governance protocols/principles in area of responsibly.
Participates in control of Mini Business Units cost saving initiatives by optimizing resource utilization in area of responsibility.
Removes and replaces defective components/parts as directed by the relevant supervisor.
Confirms availability of consumables with supervisor.
Operates specialized equipment and power/hand tools relevant to his/her trade which he/she was trained on (e.g. impact wrenches, electric drills/saws, grinding wheels, oxy-acetylene torch etc.
Carries out basic troubleshooting on machinery/equipment.
Reads and interprets basic technical drawings, diagrams and workshop manuals.
Performs tasks of a predominantly manual nature (e.g., cleaning, digging, fetching, sweeping, loading, unloading, painting) as required.
Carries out administrative functions taking into cognizance the need to create a clear audit trail by:
Completing job cards to the correct standard
Complying to all operational and engineering procedures related to tools, manuals, work practices.
Adheres to all safety, health and environmental policies and procedures in area of responsibility.
Identifies and implements creative and innovative ideas in order to improve Mini Business Unit performance.
Maintains effective relationships with clients/partners/customers to ensure achievement of Mini Business Unit objectives.
Takes responsibility for providing excellent service by developing self, applying skills, knowledge and experiences to improve and measure their own performance against clear standards.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements:

Trade Test B in Heavy Plants Mechanics (MTTC qualification) or equivalent.
2 years post experience in an engineering environment or successful completion of the Operatives Development programme.

PLEASE DO NOT RESPOND THROUGH FAX AND NOTE THAT RESPONSES WILL ONLY BE MADE TO APPLICANTS CONSIDERED FOR INTERVIEW. THIS VACANCY IS OPEN TO BOTH CITIZENS AND NON-CITIZENS.