Qualifying Criteria:
Grade 10, 11, 12, or equivalent qualification
Proficient in English and any other of the 11 official languages
Previous experience as a Boilermaker Aide, Engineering Assistant or Artisan Aide will be advantageous.
Previous experience within a metallurgical plant, mineral processing plant or mining environment will be advantageous.
Basic knowledge of boilermaking, fabrication and mechanical maintenance activities.
Basic knowledge and understanding of hand and power tools.
Ability to follow instructions and work effectively under the supervision of a qualified Artisan.
Physically fit and capable of performing manual work.
Must be medically fit to work in a mining and metallurgical plant environment.
Willing and able to work shifts, overtime, standby and during planned plant shutdowns when required.Medically fit to work in a mining and metallurgical plant environment.
Clear Criminal Record
South African Citizenship
Responsibilities:
Assisting qualified Boilermakers with fabrication, maintenance, installation and repair activities.
Assisting with the fabrication and repair of chutes, launders, hoppers, tanks, bins, guards, platforms and structural steelwork.
Assisting with cutting, grinding, drilling, measuring, marking and preparation of materials.
Preparing steel and other materials for welding and fabrication activities.
Assisting with the removal and installation of damaged or worn plant components.
Holding, positioning and securing materials and components during fabrication and installation.
Assisting with basic welding and cutting activities where authorised and competent to do so.
Assisting with the erection and dismantling of steel structures and plant components.
Supporting Boilermakers during plant breakdowns, planned maintenance and shutdown activities.
Cleaning and preparing work areas before and after maintenance activities.
Ensuring tools, equipment and materials are correctly handled, cleaned and stored.
Reporting damaged tools, equipment defects and unsafe conditions to the responsible Artisan or Supervisor.
Maintaining high housekeeping standards within workshops and plant areas.
Carrying out lawful and reasonable instructions provided by the Boilermaker or Supervisor.Always take instructions from the supervisor(s) responsible for the shift
Adhere to company policies and procedures
Adhere to MHSA standards & Gold1 Group's safety motto: "Nothing is so important that it cannot be done safely."