Artisan Assistant (Engineering)

Recruiter:

Marvel Placement Consultants

Job Ref:

PTA001782/LP

Date posted:

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

Location:

Mooi Nooi , South Africa

SUMMARY:
Artisan Assistant (Engineering)
Our client, a well-established company in the mining industry, is seeking an Artisan Assistant (Engineering) to join their operations in Mooinooi, North West, on a 12-month contract. The successful candidate will provide support to Artisans by assisting with the maintenance, repair, installation and servicing of mining equipment and infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have previous mining experience, be familiar with engineering tools and equipment and demonstrate a strong commitment to health and safety within a mining environment.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum Requirements:

Minimum of 1–2 years' experience as an Artisan Assistant, Engineering Assistant or in a similar engineering support role within the mining industry.
Previous underground mining experience.
Mandatory: Hands-on experience using engineering hand tools, power tools and workshop equipment.
Basic knowledge of mechanical maintenance, fabrication and engineering workshop practices.
Medically fit to work on a mine site.
Basic understanding of the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA).
Ability to work shifts, overtime and standby when required.
Physically fit and capable of performing manual work in a mining environment.
Strong commitment to health, safety and environmental standards.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Assist Artisans with the maintenance, repair, servicing and installation of mining equipment and plant infrastructure.
Prepare tools, materials and equipment required for maintenance and repair activities.
Safely operate and maintain engineering hand tools, power tools and workshop equipment under the supervision of a Artisan.
Assist with dismantling, cleaning, inspecting and reassembling mechanical components.
Support planned preventative maintenance, breakdown repairs and shutdown maintenance activities.
Perform routine inspections and report defects, equipment failures or unsafe conditions to the Artisan or Supervisor.
Assist with lifting, moving and positioning equipment, materials and components using approved lifting equipment and safe working practices.
Ensure all tools and equipment are cleaned, inspected and stored correctly after use.
Maintain high housekeeping standards in workshops and designated work areas.
Complete basic maintenance records, inspection checklists and job cards accurately.
Comply with all Mine Health and Safety regulations, company policies and safe work procedures.
Participate in toolbox talks, risk assessments and safety inspections.
Report hazards, near misses and unsafe conditions promptly.
Carry out any other reasonable duties assigned by the qualified Artisan or Supervisor.

Closing Date:
Submissions for this vacancy will close on 22 July 2026. Late applications may still be considered until 14 August 2026.

Please Note:
Thank you for submitting your CV to Marvel Placement Consultants. Should your application be successful, we will contact you. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your details will remain on our database for possible future opportunities.

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