Key responsibilities
Receive, prepare and inspect rope test specimens;
Confirm accurate receiving of ropes by confirming accuracy of paperwork;
Ensure accuracy of information supplied on test application form when receiving samples;
Accurate recording of information in the rope receiving book on a consistent basis;
Transport big and heavy rope specimens from one station to the next in the laboratory using a big trolley;
Cast white metal collars and sockets on rope ends using hot molten metal at 300 degrees;
Un-laying (brushing) of rope ends using pliers and pipes;
Degrease ropes daily in a hot degreasing chemical;
Replenishing strong degreasing chemicals in various containers;
Draining contaminated/hazardous grease from degreasing bath;
Casting of white metal and resin end caps using hot molten metal at temperatures of up to 300 degrees;
Preparing the broken rope specimen for inspection (separating broken wires, clean wires in solvent) using paraffin;
Operate overhead cranes;
Organise work to ensure minimum preparation turnaround times;
Ensure that the correct personnel are informed in good time, of any depletion of consumables or materials, when minimum stock levels are reached;
Manage and use consumables efficiently to avoid waste;
Carry out planned maintenance actions as indicated by the Lab Supervisor before use.
Clean machines, daily housekeeping and basic equipment maintenance in area of responsibility, to minimise equipment downtime;
Comply with the laboratory's safety and quality rules and procedures;
Comply with the Quality Management System, ISO 17025:2017 standard, SANAS requirements, DMS regulations and customer needs consistently.
Qualifications, skills, and experience:
An N3 or NQF level 4 qualification in mechanical engineering or relevant field with at least one year experience working as a general worker;
Physical fitness including working at heights, climbing ladders, working in confined spaces;
Driver's license will be advantageous;
Crane operator's licence (Up to 7.5 tons);
Literacy and numeracy skills;
Basic knowledge of laboratory techniques
Basic understanding/knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 and OHS;
Good communication skills;
All international qualifications require an evaluation report / certificate issued by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
Closing date: 12 August 2026