55 Mine Maintenance jobs in South Africa
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
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This permanent position is based in Blackheath, Cape Town, and has a 3-month probation period.
Responsibilities
- Enforce legal compliance with the MHSA in all maintenance activities and adhere to site safety standards and procedures
- Identify and diagnose earthmoving machine defects and faults, and perform required repairs
- Conduct preventative maintenance, major and daily services, and inspections in accordance with OEM and company standards
- Compile machine condition reports, identify required repairs, and execute them timeously
- Identify parts and part numbers using OEM manuals and/or systems
- Apply a systematic approach to fault finding using machine schematics, workshop manuals, and parts manuals
- Complete and submit all required site documentation accurately and on time
- Apply quality control on all maintenance activities to ensure a minimum fleet availability of 85% and MTBF of at least 40 hours
- Ensure maintenance work meets MHSA legal compliance standards
- Report daily on maintenance activities, observations, hazards, and risks to the relevant supervisor
- Provide mentorship and performance management for apprentices
Qualifications
- N2 Qualification
- Matric Certificate
- Trade Certificate (Earthmoving/Diesel)
- Minimum of 5 to 10 years post-trade experience in the earthmoving and/or mining industry
- Proven track record with the required technical skillset
- Good safety record
- Must be honest and reliable
- Must align with the culture and values of SPH
- Strong administrative, financial, and budgeting skills
- Willing to relocate and able to work unsupervised
- Proficient in English and Afrikaans (read, write, and speak)
- Valid Driver's Licence (Code 08)
- No criminal record
- Medically fit and healthy (able to pass a Mine Medical)
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain effective working relationships with clients, staff, and management
- Subject to the local community recruitment process
Required Skills
- Experience and technical knowledge on the following equipment:
- Chipspreaders
- Milling Machines
- Recyclers
- Pavers
- Rollers – Asphalt
- Shuttle Buggy
- All machines generally used in the constructing of roads – Graders / Excavators / Dozers / Earthworks Rollers / Trucks / etc.
- Must have adequate knowledge of Hydraulic and electrical systems
- Have the ability to weld – Gas and Arc
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
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Are you a qualified HEM/Diesel Mechanic based in or willing to work in Pinetown with a passion for earth-moving machinery. Komatsu South Africa is seeking a dedicated and skilled individual with at least three years of post-trade experience to join our dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to apply your expertise in maintenance, diagnostics, and repair to ensure the peak performance of our equipment.
Qualifications:
- A qualified HEM / Diesel Mechanic Trade Certificate
Experience:
- 3 Years' experience post trade on earth-moving equipment.
Specific knowledge and skills requirements:
- Knowledge of earth-moving machinery systems.
- Expertise in diagnosing/troubleshooting faults in diesel engines and equipment.
- Proficiency in performing preventative/corrective maintenance.
- Ability to interpret technical manuals and schematics.
- Skill in using diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Understanding of safety procedures for heavy equipment.
- Competence in repairing/overhauling diesel engine components.
- Problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team.
- Valid driver's license.
- Computer literacy (MS Office Suite).
- Experience with maintenance management systems (preferred).
Job Specification:
The HEM/Diesel Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance, inspection, and repair of heavy-duty earth-moving equipment. This includes:
- Conducting inspections to identify potential problems and damage.
- Troubleshooting and repairing faulty components and systems.
- Performing preventative maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and safety.
- Completing necessary reports and documentation.
In accordance with the Employment Equity Act (EEA) of 1998, Komatsu is committed to the principles of employment equity and fair labor practices. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, irrespective of race, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or any other ground prohibited by law. We may consider designated groups as per the EEA in our selection process to ensure a diverse and representative workforce, but all applications will be assessed based on qualifications and merit.
Candidates will be expected to pass a relevant medical examination, and agree to verification checks
Only online applications will be considered
It is the responsibility of the employee to inform their line manager about their application for another position
_ Komatsu South Africa (Pty) Ltd complies with the protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013. By submitting your application, you give us your express and informed consent to process your personal information for recruitment purposes._
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: In person
Heavy Equipment Sales Representative
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Sales Representative – Rustenburg, South Africa
We are looking for a results-driven
Sales Representative
to support business growth in
Rustenburg, South Africa
. The ideal candidate should have solid experience in the
construction machinery industry
, especially with
yellow machinery
such as excavators and wheel loaders. This role requires strong sales capability, market awareness, and the ability to build lasting relationships.
About SANY South Africa
SANY is one of the world's leading manufacturers of construction machinery and heavy equipment, operating in over 150 countries.
SANY South Africa
, as the regional hub, is growing rapidly and committed to providing high-performance products, strong after-sales support, and long-term value to local customers across Southern Africa.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct market research
to monitor local trends, customer needs, and competitors, and identify new business opportunities. - Execute sales plans
and take ownership of sales targets. Follow up on leads, close deals, and expand local market share. - Support clients and dealers
, maintain good relationships, and provide timely responses to ensure customer satisfaction and loyalty. - Promote the brand
by participating in marketing campaigns, exhibitions, and product events to enhance brand visibility. - Coordinate with internal teams
(product, marketing, service, etc.) to ensure smooth sales execution and customer support.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of experience
in construction machinery or heavy equipment sales. Experience in excavator or yellow machinery sales is a strong advantage. - Diploma or above
, with strong English communication skills. Other language abilities are a plus. - Sales-driven and proactive
, with a clear focus on results and strong follow-up skills. - Able to work under pressure
, quickly adapt to market changes, and act with integrity and professionalism. - Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
, able to gain customer trust and build long-term partnerships.
If you're passionate about heavy machinery, ready to take on new challenges, and want to grow with a global brand that's making a mark in Africa—
we'd love to hear from you.
Supervisor Maintenance-Wessels Mine
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Date: 23 Sept 2025
Location: Hotazel, Northern Cape, ZA, 8490
Company: South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd.
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 OFFERS:
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 a Supervisor Maintenance, you will be responsible for the execution of work, inspections, and observations in a safe and sustainable manner by coordinating all the installation, maintenance, and repair work on the Surface Ore Processing Plant;
Other key responsibilities include, but aren't limited to:
Safe delivery of maintenance activities;
Leading of a team of artisans to ensure the effective execution of breakdown, unplanned and planned maintenance work
Ensuring maximum equipment availability, reliability, and operational stability.
Control and account for maintenance expenditure.
Ensuring that correct failure data information emanating from the breakdown is routed to the Maintenance Analysis & Assurance engineers to enable them to perform quality root cause analysis to eliminate interruptions / breakdowns of equipment.
Coordinate with planning section to set/review required maintenance/repair plans, schedules, and strategies
Continuously monitor crew activities to ensure safe, efficient operations and make recommendations for revised procedures when problems are encountered
Ensure all task or activities are executed and aligned with Standard Operating Procedures and Safe Work Instruction
ABOUT YOU:
You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:
Must have maximum of 5 years' experience in maintenance, of which at least 2 years of supervisory experience for external candidates;
Have sound knowledge of crushing & screening plants & load-out stations;
Experience on Metso Cone Crushers and hydraulic systems is advantageous
Experience on CAT R1600 or CAT R1700 or CAT AD30 maintenance is advantageous
Experience on maintenance on Atlas Copco 282 Rocket Boomers, 235H Bolters, Epiroc S2 Boomers & Aard UV's is advantageous;
SAP experience will be advantageous;
Qualifications for this role are:
Grade 12 Technical or N3 certificate;
Have a recognized Trade Test Certificate;
Valid drivers license is essential;
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
This advertisement will close on 06 October 2025.
Internship: Heavy Earthmoving Equipment Mechanic
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HEAVY EARTHMOVING EQUIPMENT MECHANIC INTERN
Company: SupaCrush (Pty) Ltd
Location: Port Elizabeth and surrounding areas
Status: Full-Time (2-year programme)
Company Profile: SupaCrush (Pty) Ltd is a leading South African mobile crushing contractor, supplying aggregates to the mining and construction sectors.
Job Description:We are looking for a motivated and technically skilled Heavy Earthmoving Equipment Mechanic Intern to assist with the maintenance and repair of yellow plant and heavy machinery used in mining and quarry operations. The intern will work under the supervision of experienced mechanics and gain valuable, hands-on experience in servicing, diagnosing, and repairing mechanical components on equipment such as excavators, loaders, ADTs, and crushers.
Qualifications:
- Education / Qualification: Earthmoving Equipment Mechanic Qualification (Degree or level 6 Diploma)
- Experience: N/A
Skills & Requirements:
- Currently unemployed,
- Computer Literate,
- Strong Communication Skills,
- Willingness to work away from home and within the Mining/Construction industry, Physically fit,
- Willingness to learn and grow within the field.
If you are interested in this opportunity, apply online via Indeed.
Closing date for applications: Wednesday, 5 November 2025
SupaCrush (Pty) Ltd would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Internship
Contract length: 24 months
Application Question(s):
- Are you currently unemployed?
- Have you previously benefited from a learnership or internship?
Location:
- Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Field Service Manager- Heavy Agricultural Equipment
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We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Field Service Manager to lead and manage our team of Field Service Technicians. Our technicians specialize in the installation, servicing and repair of heavy agricultural implements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, supervise and support a team of field service technicians.
- Ensure efficient scheduling, job completion and high service standards.
- Provide hands-on technical training and support when required.
- Conduct site visits and quality checks.
- Manage customer relationships and ensure satisfaction.
- Maintain health & safety and compliance standards across all field activities.
Requirements:
- Strong technical background with proven experience in hydraulics and auto-electrics, preferably in agricultural sector.
- Proven managerial experience leading technical teams in the field.
- Computer literate.
- Energetic, self-driven and highly organized.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Willingness to travel and sleep out as required by field operations.
- Valid driver's license.
Job Type: Full-time
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Johannesburg South, Gauteng: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):
- Are you computer literate?
- How many years of experience in hydraulics and auto-electrics do you have?
Education:
- Certificate (Required)
Experience:
- management: 2 years (Required)
Language:
- English and Afrikaans (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's licence (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 75% (Required)
Work Location: In person
Maintenance Technician
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Netherlands - Eindhoven
What we are looking for:
- Studies completed in Millwright or similar technician education
- All-round technician (Millwright with both mechanical and electrical experience)
- Strong electrical background
- Minimum of 4 years of working experience
- Knowledge and experience in troubleshooting PLC's and variable speed drives is a plus
- NQF 4 5 level or equivalent
- Previous experience in a technical role, such as breakdown service technician or maintenance technician
- Preferred industry experience: food, pharma, heavy industry, (Petro)chemistry, manufacturing industry
- Additional training and experience in process technology and automation.
- Candidate must be under the age of 28 for VISA purposes.
- Be able to speak Afrikaans fluently to be able to learn Dutch.
- Provide maintenance management services, focusing on preventive and corrective maintenance.
- Help customers by ensuring their equipment runs smoothly and stays up to date with the latest technology.
- Make sure customers can rely on us for repairs, maintenance, and any future adjustments they may need.
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Maintenance Technician
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Maintenance Technician
Purpose
The main purpose of this position is to fill the complete maintenance function of the entire facility, this will include but not limited to the monitoring and reporting of the refrigeration systems, maintenance of the sub-ambient facilities, management and control of assets, building upkeep to ensure a safe and compliant operational functionality of the site while remaining within budget
Reporting to: Group Maintenance Specialist and Cold Store Manager
Responsibilities
EFFECTIVE MONITORING AND REPORTING OF REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS
- Inspect the plant daily.
- Check the service detail preventative sheets.
- Repair any scheduled and un-scheduled repairs.
- Calibrate and verify the measuring equipment.
- Record and document all the activities events and concerns.
- Check and inspect all the preventative maintenance.
- Scheduled and un-scheduled mid- and minor repairs.
2.2. Plastering
2.3. Pluming
2.4. Electrical devices and appliances.
3.Service and upkeep the security gate and fencing.
4.Arrange and report on major maintenance projects.
5.Reporting on and budget for all facilities and building expenses.
FULL MAINTENANCE OF THE SUB AMBIENT FACILITY
- Draft and implement the Preventative Maintenance schedule.
- Execute emergencies, un-scheduled maintenance.
- Attend repairs in accordance with planning and maintenance schedules.
- Manage the contractors and scheduling.
- Report on and plan for all preventative maintenance activities.
ASSET MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL
- Maintain and report on asset register.
- Stock take of equipment and assets.
- Inspect equipment and assets.
- Replenish and replace assets in accordance with budget.
MAINTAIN AND ADHERE TO ALL AUDIT PREPARATION AND COMMUNICATION
- Maintain and administer all preventive maintenance checklists.
- Compile and file all relevant documentation for audits.
- Ensure facility is compliant with all food safety regulations.
- Attend audit meetings and actual audits.
- Lead and accommodate auditors upon visit.
- Report and attend to any findings or concerns.
- Eliminate any non-conformities that might lead to audit failure.
ASSURANCE OF SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE OF REGULATION STIPULATIONS .- Maintain and report on asset register.
- Stock take of equipment and assets.
- Inspect equipment and assets.
- Replenish and replace assets in accordance with budget.
MAINTAIN AND ADHERE TO ALL AUDIT PREPARATION AND COMMUNICATION.- Maintain and administer all preventive maintenance checklists.
- Compile and file all relevant documentation for audits.
- Ensure facility is compliant with all food safety regulations.
- Attend audit meetings and actual audits.
- Lead and accommodate auditors upon visit.
- Report and attend to any findings or concerns.
- Eliminate any non-conformities that might lead to audit failure.
ASSURE ENERGY EFFICIENCY AT ALL TIMES- Adhere to energy saving strategy as prescribed by Group Maintenance Specialist.
- Ensure systems are in place and active to prevent energy wastage.
- Report any deviations from strategy immediately.
- Ensure continuous improvement and monitoring for possible actions to be put in place.
- Assist with cost indications and budgetary calculations.
- Inform Group Maintenance specialist and cold store manager of possible adjustments on budgets.
- Procure quotations for as hoc parts and equipment for authorization.
- Comply with budgetary measures.
- Update budget reports accurately.
Requirements:
Qualification:
Minimum : N4 - Matric (NQF)
Preferred : N5 N6 (Electrical, Mechanical, Refrigeration), Red seal certified. Millwright Matric
Experience:
Minimum : 5 years with preferred qualification. 10 years without the preferred qualification.
Preferred : +5 years with preferred qualification with red seal certification
Accreditations/ Registered bodies- Red seal certification (E/Seta)
- CAT A valid accreditation
Valid Code B drivers license
Other:
Medical fit with clear criminal record
Maintenance Technician
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Reporting to : Group Maintenance Specialist and Cold Store Manager
Role: Maintenance Technician
Location: Durban - SA
Industry : Specialty: Specializes in temperature-controlled storage and logistics, focusing on the cold chain market.
Qualification:
Minimum: N4 - Matric (NQF)
Preferred: N5 N6 (Electrical, Mechanical, Refrigeration)
Red seal certified. Millwright Matric
Experience:
Minimum: 5 years with preferred qualification.
10 years without the preferred qualification.
Preferred: +5 years with preferred qualification with Red Seal certification
Accreditations/ Registered bodies
- Red seal certification (E/Seta)
- CAT A valid accreditation
Valid Code B drivers license
Other:
Medical fit with clear criminal record.
Technical Competencies
Knowledge
- Operational infrastructure maintenance: Mobile Racking, Loading Docks and temperature seal doors and walling.
- Extensive knowledge and experience with (MHE) Material handling equipment
- Extensive knowledge of Ammonia refrigeration system
- Extensive electrical three phase and single-phase knowledge
- General Building Maintenance: Plumbing, Painting, and Plastering.
- Extensive knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety rules, requirements, lockouts, tagout and risk assessme
- Computer Literate (Outlook, Excel), working with computer maintenance management systems (CMMS), Programable logic controller (PLC)
- Able to work at Cold to subzero environments
- Maintaining of FMCG and logistic portfolio
- Able to keep composure under pressure and emergencies
- Reporting on incidents and activities
- Maintaining of Ammonia refrigeration system components
- Cold Storage/Sub-Zero conditions
- Working at Heights
- Working in Confined spaces/ hazardous areas
EFFECTIVE MONITORING AND REPORTING OF REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS
- Inspect the plant daily.
- Check the service detail preventative sheets.
- Repair any scheduled and un-scheduled repairs.
- Calibrate and verify the measuring equipment.
- Record and document all the activities events and concerns.
- Check and inspect all the preventative maintenance.
- Painting
- Plastering
- Pluming
- Electrical devices and appliances.
- Service and upkeep the security gate and fencing.
- Arrange and report on major maintenance projects.
- Reporting on and budget for all facilities and building expenses.
- Draft and implement the Preventative Maintenance schedule.
- Execute emergencies, un-scheduled maintenance.
- Attend repairs in accordance with planning and maintenance schedules.
- Manage the contractors and scheduling.
- Report on and plan for all preventative maintenance activities.
ASSET MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL
- Maintain and report on asset register.
- Stock take of equipment and assets.
- Inspect equipment and assets.
- Replenish and replace assets in accordance with budget.
MAINTAIN AND ADHERE TO ALL AUDIT PREPARATION AND COMMUNICATION
- Maintain and administer all preventive maintenance checklists.
- Compile and file all relevant documentation for audits.
- Ensure facility is compliant with all food safety regulations.
- Attend audit meetings and actual audits.
- Lead and accommodate auditors upon visit.
- Report and attend to any findings or concerns.
- Eliminate any non-conformities that might lead to audit failure.
- Maintain and report on asset register.
- Stock take of equipment and assets.
- Inspect equipment and assets.
- Replenish and replace assets in accordance with budget.
MAINTAIN AND ADHERE TO ALL AUDIT PREPARATION AND COMMUNICATION.
- Maintain and administer all preventive maintenance checklists.
- Compile and file all relevant documentation for audits.
- Ensure facility is compliant with all food safety regulations.
- Attend audit meetings and actual audits.
- Lead and accommodate auditors upon visit.
- Report and attend to any findings or concerns.
- Eliminate any non-conformities that might lead to audit failure.
- Adhere to energy saving strategy as prescribed by Group Maintenance Specialist.
- Ensure systems are in place and active to prevent energy wastage.
- Report any deviations from strategy immediately.
- Ensure continuous improvement and monitoring for possible actions to be put in place.
- Assist with cost indications and budgetary calculations.
- Inform Group Maintenance specialist and cold store manager of possible adjustments on budgets.
- Procure quotations for as hoc parts and equipment for authorization.
- Comply with budgetary measures.
- Update budget reports accurately.
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Maintenance Technician
Posted 25 days ago
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An opportunity exists to join the Maintenance Department of a leading automotive supplier who are committed to customer focus and innovation throughout all their world regions.
Requirements
- Grade 12 or Matric
- Certification as qualified Millwright/Mechatronics
- Must be computer literate
- Experience as a qualified tradesman, preferably in the automotive sector
- Experienced in Electrical, Robotics, ASI (Artificial Super Intelligence) and Pneumatics
- Understand and be able to read electrical and pneumatic circuits and drawings
- Experience in mechatronics
- Excellent command of English – both written and verbal
Responsibilities
- Mechanical, pneumatic, ASI systems, Kuka Robots and HMI’s
- Planned and Preventative maintenance and repairs to machinery and equipment, including Plant as required
- Predictive maintenance and must be able to communicate with Production as a support
- Report deterioration and excessive wear and tear on machinery, equipment and plant that requires major repairs to be carried out
- Report all delays that cannot be completed in the planned time frame due to addition faults and problems identified during the maintenance or repairs to the machine or equipment
- Assist with the manufacturing, refurbishment or modification to existing machinery and equipment as required
- Assist with the installation and commissioning of refurbished, modified or new machines, as required
Competencies
- Self-starter
- Hard and conscientious worker
- Be willing to work shift hours