Auto Electrician - Mogalakwena Mine
Company
Red Path Mining
Location
Polokwane
Posted
9 days ago
Via
Mining.com
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Job Description
Minimum Requirements
Matric certificate/ equivalent
A valid Auto motive Trade Test certificate.
Colour coding course.
Competent B
Valid Driver’s license
Medically fit to work underground
Experience, Knowledge & Skills
At least 3 years’ underground trackless experience as a qualified artisan.
3 years’ underground experience as an Auto Electrician on trackless equipment.
Component failure analysis and prevention, Equipment installation, repair and maintenance in underground trackless mining section.
Working knowledge of Mineral Act & Regulations.
Working knowledge of Codes of Practice and working guides.
Lock-out procedures.
Roles & Responsibilities
Total adherence and compliance with the safety system
Preventative maintenance on TMM LV electrical systems.
Fault finding and repair on TMM LV electrical system.
Execute work orders as per schedule and to a high standard.
Undertake training to remain abreast with new developments in the field.
Continuous improvement of maintenance to ensure improved TMM availability and to optimize stock holding
Matric certificate/ equivalent
A valid Auto motive Trade Test certificate.
Colour coding course.
Competent B
Valid Driver’s license
Medically fit to work underground
Experience, Knowledge & Skills
At least 3 years’ underground trackless experience as a qualified artisan.
3 years’ underground experience as an Auto Electrician on trackless equipment.
Component failure analysis and prevention, Equipment installation, repair and maintenance in underground trackless mining section.
Working knowledge of Mineral Act & Regulations.
Working knowledge of Codes of Practice and working guides.
Lock-out procedures.
Roles & Responsibilities
Total adherence and compliance with the safety system
Preventative maintenance on TMM LV electrical systems.
Fault finding and repair on TMM LV electrical system.
Execute work orders as per schedule and to a high standard.
Undertake training to remain abreast with new developments in the field.
Continuous improvement of maintenance to ensure improved TMM availability and to optimize stock holding
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the 2026 national minimum wage for welders in South Africa?
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.
Which trade certificate is required to legally work as a welder in South Africa in 2026?
Welders must hold a QCTO-registered occupational certificate in welding at NQF Level 4 obtained after completing a minimum 3-year apprenticeship and passing the trade test at an accredited centre. The certificate number must be verifiable on the QCTO database before any employer can hire the welder.
How many hours per week and days of annual leave apply to welder contracts in 2026?
Welders are limited to 45 ordinary hours per week and 8 hours per day under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act. They are entitled to 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after every 12 months of employment, calculated from the date of engagement.
What documents must South African welders submit when applying for formal employment in 2026?
Applicants must provide a valid South African ID, QCTO trade certificate, valid bank account details, and proof of UIF registration number. Employers are required to verify the trade certificate directly with the QCTO before issuing an employment contract.
