Auto Electrician - Wessels Mine (Talent Pool)

South32 is seeking an Auto Electrician for a permanent full-time role at Wessels Mine in South Africa. Responsibilities include installation, repair, and maintenance of mining equipment, ensuring safety and functionality. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience with underground mining equipment and relevant technical qualifications. South32 values inclusivity and offers support for employee development.
DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE:

At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So, join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

ABOUT WESSELS

The South Africa Manganese operation can be found in the manganese rich Kalahari Basin, in the country’s Northern Cape, which is home to 80 per cent of the world's manganese. This position is based at our Wessels Mine which represents one of the largest manganese reserves in South Africa.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFER:

Eligible employees will receive an employer contribution towards the company-elected retirement fund.

South32 will support assistance for part-time studies aligned to role requirements and business needs at accredited institutions to eligible employees.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

This role is a permanent full-time position.

As an Auto Electrician, you will be responsible for for timely installation, repair and maintenance of equipment to ensure that mining activities are executed in a safe manner as well as operate equipment and tests all working parts in functional area to ensure proper utilization.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

• Interprets and coordinates pre-work with regards to repairs, interpretation of hydraulic diagrams, planned and predictive maintenance;

• Accesses any area safely to perform necessary maintenance on machines or equipment;

• Performs safety inspections of equipment and assesses risks on equipment;

• Maintains a clean and safe worksite;

• Ensures the upkeep of maintenance tools and equipment;

• Coordinates activities associated with trouble-shooting and repairing maintenance equipment.

ABOUT YOU:

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Must have a minimum of 2 years’ technical experience on Underground Mining Equipment (CAT R1600/R1700 Loaders, CAT AD30 Trucks, Fermel Marveriks, Atlas Copco 282 Rocket Boomer, Atlas Copco 282s, Atlas Copco 235H Boltecs, Epiroc Boomer S2);

• Experience in performing major re-wiring and harness repairs on these types of machines will be advantageous;

• SAP & CAT ET, SIS software knowledge will be advantageous.

Qualifications for this role are:

• Grade 12;

• N2 Technical Certificate;

• Valid drivers license;

• Auto Electrician Trade Test

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Please apply online by entering the preferred position reference number on our website http://careers.south32.net

This advertisement will close on 31 July 2025.