Auto-Electrician

Purpose of Role

To conduct all Auto-Electrical inspections and maintenance operations for the allocated function by actively implementing all activities and daily operations including auto-electrical equipment and resources for efficient and safe operations and achievement of daily and weekly plans.

Role Context

• Implement Auto-Electrical maintenance and operational plans for the achievement of production targets by conducting Auto-Electrical hardware repairs, maintenance and replacements as required to drive the respective functions operational requirements.
• Actively conduct routine maintenance, installations and repairs by engaging with the respective functions to ensure that all Auto-Electrical needs are tended to, and auto-electrical equipment remains functional.
• Conduct extensive asset care management across the allocated areas of the mine by routinely maintaining, repairing and installing new components to ensure that all assets across the mine remain in optimal condition.
• Maintain and repair all Auto-Electrical equipment and the solving of all technical related problems within the mining plant.
• Adhere to the planned inspection schedule for critical Auto-Electrical equipment to proactively detect and identify potential auto-electrical equipment failure to ensure preventative action is taken.
• Complete job cards on maintenance activities and safety procedures and by keeping accurate records of auto-electrical equipment inspections, repairs and maintenance activities to ensure compliance and facilitate future maintenance planning.
• Conduct continuous risk assessments throughout the day by proactively identifying and reporting identified risks within the areas of operation and collaborating with the various departments to support and maintain a safe working environment.
• Assemble, install, test, and maintain auto-electrical equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools in order to maintain operational requirements and reach daily targets.
• Inspect Earth Moving Equipment auto-electrical components and systems to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with the relevant standards.
• Adhere to specific Risk Management Policy and appropriate Procedures and Standards (Codes of Practice)
• Implement a proactive approach to all safety protocols by creating awareness of hazards and behaviour to enforce compliance to minimise risk of accidents and injuries within the plant.
• Conduct regular safety inspections, provide relevant and necessary training to ensure all employees adhere to safety guidelines all the time.
• Enforce compliance with all applicable regulations, codes and standards related to foundry operations including environmental regulations to ensure the plant remains fully compliant to industry standards.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Matric /Grade 12 (NQF4)
• N2 Certificate in Auto-Electrical Engineering
• Engineering Trade Certificate Auto-Electrical or Millwright (NQF 5)
• MV Certificate
• Auto-Electrical Protection
• Cable Jointing

Job specific experience :

• Minimum of 3 years previous experience in the auto-electrical field
• Minimum of 2 years post-apprenticeship experience

Inherent requirements

Must be medically fit.

Closing Date: 04 June 2024