Service Man

PURPOSE

This position exists to provide technical assistance, repair and support to Artisan including the general maintenance boiler making and welding activities, working on steel structures, pipes and other equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety

• Ensure conformity to SHEQ standards, policies and procedures.
• Ensure work is performed in a safe manner, following all safety  guidelines.
• Perform general housekeeping duties.

Predictive and Preventative Maintenance

• Support the Artisan in participating and executing predictive and preventative maintenance activities.
• Perform routine maintenance checks and upkeep to ensure optimal performance.
• Troubleshoot and repair.
• Interpreting drawings and plans.
• Collaborate with others providing helpful assistance to team and client.
• Keep detailed records of work performed including repair details and maintenance schedules.

Inspection and Reporting

• Inspect all equipment/tools and default reports in area of responsibility.
• Report all faults and problems to Artisan.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Grade 12 with Pure Mathematics (minimum 50%) and Physical Science (minimum 50%), or N3 with Plating and Structural Steel Drawings together with Plater’s Trade Theory.
• Mine Service Man qualification will be advantageous.
• Advanced Mine Rigging certification will be advantageous.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience within the mining industry, including exposure to the engineering environment.
• Knowledge of pipe construction and underground development.
• Experience in cutting, drilling, punching, assembling, and mechanically joining structural steelwork.
• Experience in assembling and mechanically joining sheets, plates, tubes, pipes, and steel sections.
• Experience operating cranes and lifting or moving materials and equipment using a high hub.

SKILLS, QUALITIES AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Technical skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Customer service orientated.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong planning and organising skills.