Semi-Skilled Auto Electrician

Auto Electrical Assistance:

• Assist the Auto Electrician with electrical maintenance on mobile crushers, screens, and support equipment.

Assist with fault finding on:

• Wiring harnesses
• Sensors and control systems
• Lighting systems
• Starter motors and alternators
• Batteries and charging systems
• Assist with installation and repairs of electrical components.
• Support diagnostics using basic testing equipment.
• Assist with cable routing, repairs, and component replacement.

Plant & Equipment Support:

• Assist with electrical inspections during scheduled maintenance.
• Conduct pre-start electrical checks on equipment.
• Report electrical faults and abnormal equipment behaviour.
• Assist with breakdown response and repairs.

Operational Support:

• Assist operators with basic troubleshooting.
• Support plant start-up and shutdown procedures where required.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas around equipment.

Safety & Compliance:

• Adhere to Mine Health & Safety Act requirements.
• Follow lock-out and isolation procedures.
• Participate in safety meetings and toolbox talks.
• Identify and report unsafe electrical conditions.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 / NQF Level 4.
• Minimum 5 years experience in an auto electrical or heavy equipment environment.
• Basic knowledge of 12V and 24V auto electrical systems.
• Experience working on mobile mining or construction equipment is advantageous.
• Medically fit for a mining environment.
• Skills & Competencies
• Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude.
• Basic fault-finding ability.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Good communication skills.
• Safety-conscious and reliable.
• Advantageous
• Exposure to mobile crushing and screening equipment