Job Advert Summary

• Join Exxaro Resources in Limpopo as a Master Fitter & Turner to lead in sustainable resource management within the prestigious Grootegeluk Coal business unit.
• This permanent position offers a secure and progressive career in South Africa’s vibrant mining industry.
• As a Master Fitter & Turner, your role will be pivotal in maintaining, repairing, and optimising machinery to ensure maximum operational efficiency and safety.
• You will utilize your expertise to diagnose issues, perform regular maintenance, and enhance mechanical systems.
• We seek highly skilled artisans celebrated for their quality workmanship and ability to excel in a collaborative team environment.
• Exxaro Resources is dedicated to empowering its employees, fostering growth, and supporting your professional ambitions.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12/Standard 10 Technical qualification (Essential/Minimum)
• N3: Engineering Relevant (Essential/Minimum)
• Trade certification in Fitter/Turner (MQA/QCTO) (Essential/Minimum)
• Certificate: Basic Management Program (Essential/Minimum)
• N4: Technical (Recommended/Desirable)
• At least 3 years of applicable technical and maintenance experience within a heavy industry/production/mining environment (Essential/Minimum)
• Psychometric Assessment (Essential/Minimum) (To be conducted by Exxaro)
• Certificate of Fitness (Essential/Minimum) (To be conducted by Exxaro)
• Possession of a public driving license, Code C (Essential/Minimum)
• Competency in Core MQA Modules Assessments (Essential/Minimum)
• Competence in using MS Office Relevant Package (Essential/Minimum)
• Competence: On the Job MQA Modules Asses (Essential/Minimum)

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair machinery to ensure optimal functionality, adhering to safety and efficiency standards.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and perform high-level fault finding to identify and resolve equipment malfunctions.
• Execute regular maintenance schedules and adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and industry regulations.
• Conduct condition monitoring, laser alignment, and testing to maintain equipment performance and safety.
• Provide on-the-job training and knowledge transfer to fellow artisans and new team members.
• Stay updated on new technologies and innovations to implement improvements in mechanical systems.
• Ensure compliance with Safety Health Environment and Community (SHEC) programs and report incidents promptly.
• Assist in project planning and execution to efficiently manage routine and scheduled maintenance tasks.
• Inspect tools and equipment to ensure they meet safety standards and statutory requirements.
• Promote good housekeeping and a safe work environment by addressing potential hazards and unsafe practices.

Closing Date

• 2025/07/03