Field Service Technicians - Mining

SUMMARY:
The role is responsible for minimising TMM equipment downtime, optimising machine performance, controlling maintenance costs, and ensuring compliance with OEM specifications, mine safety standards, and operational procedures while providing technical support to clients on site.

POSITION INFO:

Field Service Technicians - Mining

Areas: Rustenburg, North West  

Salary: Market Related

Employment Type:  Permanent

Purpose of the positions: The role is responsible for minimising TMM equipment downtime, optimising machine performance, controlling maintenance costs, and ensuring compliance with OEM specifications, mine safety standards, and operational procedures while providing technical support to clients on site.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Do Planned & help with Maintenance on TMM’s in a manner that promotes reliability with total cost saving to the Client
• This includes all OEM electrical work up to the Junction Box at the Mines Mini-Sub
• Ensure proper wiring, connection, and configuration of electrical components
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical issues and implement timely repairs
• Conduct thorough inspections of electrical systems to identify potential issues
• Maintain accurate records of all installations, repairs, and maintenance activities
• Collaborate with other technicians, engineers, and relevant departments to resolve complex electrical issues
• Arrange / request all spares required in a pro-active manner
• Inspection on the Machines and Sign-off
• Follow & adhere to all Mine Rules & Procedures
• Help to identify Training needs of people on Site and communicate with Foreman

Qualifications And Experience

• Minimum of Grade 12 Certificate
• Must have completed an Auto Electrical or Millwright Apprenticeship, and be in possession of a recognized appropriate Trade
• Must have at least 3 years’ experience as an Auto Electrician/Millwright in an underground mechanized mining environment
• Must have at least 3 years’ experience in the maintenance of TMM LHDs, Dump Trucks, Drill rigs and
• Roof bolter equipment in an underground mining environment
• Must be in possession of a valid Certificate of Fitness (Red Ticket)
• Valid Code 08 Drivers License