HD Fitters Africa

PERENTI GROUP SERVICES PTY LTD

Due to expanding scope and new work fronts we are actively seeking experienced Underground HD Fitters/Technicians on a 6:3 roster to join us in our African & International Operations. The emphasis of the role is ensuring that the local workers are developing their skills and knowledge by way of sharing your experience and being a role model. You will require boundless energy, resilience, determination and a genuine interest in working with people from different cultures.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Carry out scheduled servicing to mobile equipment in a safe manner and in accordance with procedures, regulations and the relevant service sheets.
• Mentoring, Coaching and Developing National trades personnel
• Utilise skill and experience to create minimum downtime on machinery.
• Ensure correct recording and reporting of maintenance is achieved.
• Maintain a high level of housekeeping in workshop and working areas at all times
• Read and interpret Service and Spare parts manuals.

Report all equipment faults to the Maintenance Foreman for scheduling into the workshop weekly planning  

Essential Requirements

• A demonstrated passion for safety and a proactive attitude toward ensuring that safety is front of mind for all employees at all times.
• Experienced in training less qualified tradespeople to a high standard in a high productivity underground contracting mining environment.
• Strong background working with latest generation SANDVIK, CAT and Atlas underground mobile equipment and associated automation systems.
• At least 5 years post apprenticeship experience working within the underground mining industry on large mobile equipment.
• High degree of knowledge and skill in troubleshooting problems on electric hydraulic drilling equipment.
• Good knowledge of loader and truck maintenance.
• Competent on Auto Electrics, Hydraulic Circuit Schematics and Diesel engine maintenance.
• Self-starter who will work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent service and maintenance approach to the job.
• International Drivers License.