Production Technician - Electrician / Millwright

Production Technician - Electrician / Millwright


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Job Description
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Role: Production Technician - Qualified Electrician or Millwright
Location: Muldersdrift, Johannesburg
Contract Type: Permanent

About MineARC | MineARC saves lives.
For over 20 years, MineARC Systems has been the global leader in the design and manufacture of emergency refuge chambers, safe havens, and controlled environments for the mining, chemical, petrochemical, and disaster response industries. When things go wrong underground or in hazardous environments, MineARC equipment is the last line of defence.
Operating on every continent, MineARC combines heavy engineering, life-support technology, and real-time monitoring to protect people in the world’s harshest conditions. Their South African operation is a critical part of that mission, delivering products and on-site support to mines and industrial clients across the region.

The Role
We’re looking for a hands-on Production Technician - someone who understands that precision, safety, and reliability aren’t negotiable. You’ll be building, installing, testing, and commissioning life-saving equipment like refuge chambers and EnviroLAVs, both in the workshop and on-site at mines and industrial facilities.

If you’re a qualified Electrician or Millwright with at least five years of trade experience, and you take pride in fault-finding, meeting deadlines, and working as part of a high-stakes team, this is your chance to do work that genuinely matters.

Key Responsibilities
• Manufacture and assemble MineARC products to exacting quality and safety standards
• Install electrical and mechanical components in refuge chambers and EnviroLAVs
• Conduct functional testing, fault-finding, and commissioning on-site and in the workshop
• Perform site servicing, permanent chamber installations, and repairs as required
• Generate accurate service and commissioning reports for clients and management
• Collaborate with engineers, sales teams, and other technicians to solve problems fast
• Maintain strict housekeeping, health, and safety protocols at all times

Requirements
• Trade-tested Electrician or Millwright
• Minimum 5 years’ post-trade experience in a relevant technical or manufacturing environment
• Matric or National Diploma (NDip)
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills
• Medically and physically fit for a manufacturing and site-based environment
• Proficient with hand tools, power tools, and electrical testing equipment
• Valid driver’s licence with safe, efficient driving skills
• Electrical Certificate of Compliance (CoC) registration is a strong advantage

Why join MineARC through Myn?
With Myn, you gain a trusted partner dedicated to helping experienced production and field technicians excel in their careers - connecting you with forward-thinking employers and impactful projects.

This isn’t just another assembly job. You’ll be part of a global company where your work directly contributes to keeping people alive in emergencies. If you’re looking for stability, technical challenge, and real purpose, this is it.
Ready to build equipment that saves lives? Apply now through Myn.

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Quick answers about Welder Jobs

Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
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