📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEWMinopex is actively recruiting for a Instrument Mechanician position in Mpumalanga. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Engineering / Technical sector looking to advance their careers.
🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILEWe are seeking talented individuals with the following profile• Experience Level: 3 years • Educational Background: Others or equivalent • Industry Focus: Engineering / Technical • Location Preference: in Mpumalanga
💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERSThis Instrument Mechanician role is critical in driving technological innovation and infrastructure development. Technical professionals are essential for South Africa's economic growth and digital transformation.
📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTSThis role in Engineering / Technical offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.
📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCEWhen applying for this Instrument Mechanician position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 3 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Others • Specific achievements in the Engineering / Technical field • Any certifications or specialized training
🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXTThe Engineering / Technical sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.
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DescriptionThe purpose of this position is to maintain plant systems and equipment according to instrumentation and technical requirements.
Duties & ResponsibilitiesInvestigate, diagnose and perform trade related maintenance and repair of equipment and machinery according to the maintenance requirements, standards and specifications. Perform daily inspections in accordance with the Mine Health and Safety Act regulations, operational and company standards to report all defects and breakdowns on equipment and machinery to the Supervisor. Develop, modify, construct and install all types of trade related equipment required for the safe operation of all engineering equipment. Ensure that all installations and equipment are safe and in good working order after task completion. · Continuously monitor equipment failure and efficiency to improve trade specific equipment and systems. Consult with production teams on maintenance activities that affects production. Supports the achievement of engineering availability and production performance levels. Ensure that maintenance related information is recorded and reported to the relevant planning office to support the maintenance of the planned/asset maintenance system
Qualification RequirementsGrade 12 or equivalent qualification Valid section 13 Trade test / Section 26(D) certificate Valid driver’s license code B, EB or C1 Own transport to attend to call outs
Experience & Skills RequirementsMinimum of 3 years’ experience as a qualified Instrument Mechanician in mineral processing plant. Experience in industrial networking(radio link, Profibus, profinet, fiber optic) maintenance and faulty finding. Be able to work under no supervision. Perform Standby Duty, shift and work unplanned overtime when required. Experience in VSD/Softstater/DOL maintenance and fault finding. Forklift License, Cherry Picker Licence and Manitou Licence advantageous. Siemens PLC is a requirement (Siemens S7) advantageous.. CT Systems – Belt Monitoring safety devices advantageous. Process Automation Scales and density’s English Language Proficiency Time management skills
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