Artisan (Electrician)
Company
Glencore
Location
Johannesburg
Posted
6 days ago
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Job Description
In this role you will be responsible for:
• Report to the Engineering Coordinator and will be responsible for all functions relating to the position Artisan (Electrician)
• The incumbent has the responsibilities to examine and maintenance the Plant, Conveyor belt, Pumps and electrical components at plant & underground environment
• Duties include but are not limited to planned maintenance, breakdowns and project work
• Compliance with the company’s HSEC system
• Ensure implementation of management decisions, legal requirements, and the company
• Standards / policies with specific reference to the primary functions of an Artisan Electrician
About you:
• Grade 12 (With Math’s and Science)
• Full N2 Certificate (One subject being theory)
• Relevant Trade Certificate as Artisan (Electrician)
• Medium Voltage Certificate
• At least three (3) years’ experience as Artisan (Electrician) at the Plant & Mining environment
• Driver’s license and own transport
• Ability to function independently, good interpersonal skills, proficient communication skills in English
• Report to the Engineering Coordinator and will be responsible for all functions relating to the position Artisan (Electrician)
• The incumbent has the responsibilities to examine and maintenance the Plant, Conveyor belt, Pumps and electrical components at plant & underground environment
• Duties include but are not limited to planned maintenance, breakdowns and project work
• Compliance with the company’s HSEC system
• Ensure implementation of management decisions, legal requirements, and the company
• Standards / policies with specific reference to the primary functions of an Artisan Electrician
About you:
• Grade 12 (With Math’s and Science)
• Full N2 Certificate (One subject being theory)
• Relevant Trade Certificate as Artisan (Electrician)
• Medium Voltage Certificate
• At least three (3) years’ experience as Artisan (Electrician) at the Plant & Mining environment
• Driver’s license and own transport
• Ability to function independently, good interpersonal skills, proficient communication skills in English
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The Department of Employment and Labour sets the national minimum wage at R28.79 per hour from 1 March 2026 for all sectors including welding. Welders working more than 45 hours per week must receive 1.5 times this rate for overtime. Employers must display the wage schedule at every workplace.
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