Murray & Roberts Cementation invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of Diesel Mechanic to be placed at Matla Project, in Kriel next to Witbank. The successful candidate will report to the Engineering Foreman. The company will provide remuneration and benefits relevant and appropriate to the position. Preference will be given to Historically Disadvantaged South African (HDSA) candidates. Applications only open to South African Citizens / Permanent Residents.

• Minimum 1 year of mining industry experience (underground and surface)
• Minimum 1 year of trade experience as a Diesel Mechanic
• Knowledge of different diesel engines (basic to intermediate) [Advanced preferred]
• Knowledge of different diesel injecting systems (basic to intermediate) [Advanced preferred]
• Ability to read and interpret drawings relating to diesel engine requirements
• Ability to do fault-finding from drawings on diesel engine requirements and injection systems 

• Effective supervision of team’s daily tasks to meet targets
• Cost containment, through effective planning, on time availability of materials and equipment, high mean time to failure after repairs, no rework
• Construct engineering installations according to agreed standards, procedures and specifications
• Maintain and repair engineering equipment according to agreed standards and schedules.
• Effective stakeholder engagement, work with others to identify and resolve problems and escalate where appropriate.
• Self and team wear correct PPE at all times
• Self and team understand and comply with legal regulations and M&RC’s policies, procedures, standards and safety protocols
• Effective self and team management in alignment with M&RC values and leadership initiatives

• Grade 12 or NQF 4 equivalent
• Section 26 Diesel Mechanic Trade Certificate / MIETTB (Mining Industry Engineering Trades Training Board)
• Trade Certificate through a registered body, e.g.: Olifantsfontein, pre 1994 ESTC (Engineering Skills Training Centre) James Park GFA (Goldfields Training Academy)
• Contract of Apprenticeship signed off by employer and Department of Manpower
• Valid Code EB driver's license
• Flame Proof and Gas Testing Certificates (Essential)
• Valid First Aid Certificate (Essential, if not available, must obtain at on-boarding)
• Good English written and verbal communication skills