ARTISAN DIESEL MECHANIC – DAY SHIFT-APPLY NOW

 JOB TITLE : ARTISAN DIESEL MECHANIC – DAY SHIFT 

GRADE : CL 

DEPARTMENT : ENGINEERING 

SECTION : VEHICLE MAINTENANCE 

OPERATION : DE BEERS CONSOLIDATED MINES (PTY) LTD - VENETIA MINE

PURPOSE AND ROLE IN THE BUSINESS: 

The purpose of this position is to maintain Venetia Mine Light Delivery, Service vehicles and Plant machines, e.g. Toyota LDV’s, Land Cruisers, Buses, Service trucks, Front end loaders, Forklifts, Service trucks, Generators, Telescopic Material Handlers, etc. and related equipment according to sound engineering practice and equipment specifications. Take ownership of the machines or vehicles to be maintained by them, advising the foreman on the current condition of vehicles and advising on best solutions for maintenance.

You will be responsible to:

• To Investigate, diagnose and perform trade related maintenance and repair of vehicles and machinery according to the maintenance requirements and attend to defects raised on pre-start reports, breakdown sheets and over-inspection reports.

• Must perform equipment over-inspection on work done by apprentices and operators where appropriate and provide feedback and guidance as required.

• Provide relevant feedback to the Supervisor and co-workers regarding equipment performance and conditions and carry out scheduled and non-scheduled repairs as required.

• You will need to discuss work backlog and future work requirements with the Supervisor and plan corrective measures to rectify e.g. re-scheduling, prioritizing, labour assistance, etc. Identify spares requirements and order according to departmental procedure.

• Adhere to policies and procedures

• Perform inspections in accordance with the Mine Health & Safety Act regulations, manufacturing and company standards to report all defects and breakdowns on equipment and machinery to the Supervisor on a shift basis.

This role is in the Engineering Department at a CL level reporting to the Senior Engineering Foreman. 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: (Education & Experience)

• Grade 12 certificate or relevant NQF level 4 qualification.

• A recognized Diesel Mechanic Trade Certificate.

• Minimum of 3 years previous experience (as a qualified Artisan) in a vehicle maintenance workshop or support service infrastructure.

• Basic computer literacy and SAP will be advantageous

• Experience in Dyno and Simret Testing will be advantageous

• Valid Code EB/Code 8 Driver’s License.

• Successfully obtain a Red Ticket (Medical Fitness certificate) on mine.

• Your consideration for employment is subject to your SAPS Criminal Record verification and qualifications verification.

SKILLS/ COMPETENCIES:

• Independent, proactive thinking and have the ability to do own job planning including SAP

• Ensure and maintain sound budget control

• Planning, coordinating and prioritizing 

• Analysis and interpretation skills

• Good communication skills

• Willingness and ability to work overtime and standby

• Occupational Hygiene and medical linkage on the QMED system

• Generating of persons job spec forms

• Preparation of samples

• Responsible for producing documents and assisting in preparing presentations.

• Responsible for the filing system, archiving of files and the maintenance thereof

• Ensure proper coordination and confidentiality of all documents

• Knowledge of the Anglo Operating Model will be advantageous.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: 

• Only applications with a completed internal application form signed by the immediate line manager and the HOD will be considered, please attach your CV. Failure to meet this requirement will render the application invalid. 

• Consideration will be given to the Company’s Employment Equity Policy

• External search: Yes 

• Secondment terms: No

TO APPLY: 

Submit applications on or before the closing date

Any enquiries regarding this position can be directed at HR Department on: (015) 575 2691. 

Should you not have heard from DBCM -Venetia Mine’s HR Department four weeks after the closing date, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.

Should you not have heard from the HR Department four weeks after the closing date, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful. 

Disclaimer: All applications must be accompanied by a formal letter from the Municipality or Tribal Council on an original letterhead confirming that the applicant is from the local area. Letters should not be older than 3 months. Any false information provided in the application form will be investigated and may lead to formal disciplinary action that could lead to the dismissal of the employee. This proof must be scanned and uploaded along with proof of the qualification on page Up

Closing Date: 19 APRIL 2022