Farm Modderfontein,

Old Vereeniging Road,

Westonaria, 1779

PO Box 57,

Westonaria, 1780

South Africa

Tel +27 11 411 1000

Dir +27 11 411 1797

Fax +27 11 411 1588 www.goldfields.com

South Deep is recruiting!

 

This is an opportunity to bring your expertise to a dynamic and engaged team of professionals, working together to become the beacon of pride for our people, our communities, our stakeholders, and our shareholders.

 

At South Deep, we value each person’s individual and collective contribution and support your ongoing development, helping you to achieve your career and our business aspirations.

 

POSITION:

Trackless Electrician  

JOB GRADING:

C-Lower

DEPARTMENT:

Engineering – Fixed Plant

SITE:

South Deep Gold Mine

 

The On-Reef Infrastructure Electrician is accountable for the underground electrical infrastructure construction, installations and maintenance. The role also requires delivery on scheduled and unscheduled tasks assigned, to ensure safe and optimal Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).  A core accountability of the role is to maintain the highest possible safety standards in area of operation and influence.

 

Minimum Requirements:

 

Grade 12 or equivalent Electrical trade certificate with Medium Voltage certification Have 5 years’ experience as an electrician within an underground mechanised mining environment with a proven track record on electrical reticulation, cable joints, electrical protection and impact breakers Be declared medically fit for the position and environment, as determined by a risk-based medical examination at the Gold Fields Occupational Health Centre and pass a Heat Tolerance Screening test, and such other tests as may be required to assess the applicant’s suitability for employment

 

Key Competencies:

 

Proven track record in safety leadership Proven interpersonal, collaborative and communication skills Independent, proactive thinker and ability to schedule and deliver work within tight deadlines Demonstrated experience on fault finding, diagnosis and maintenance Demonstrated experience with legal inspections of equipment Proven track record of production achievements

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

 

Ensure health and safety of self and team members by applying relevant standards and procedures in all planning and execution of maintenance activities Perform inspections in accordance with the Mine Health and Safety Act regulations, and Company standards Contribute to a culture of zero harm by adhering to all requirements as laid down by legislation, health, safety, environmental, security policies, and procedures, and by the application of specific instructions to own work area and task completion Actively collaborate with peer groups to promote and develop effective teamwork Communicate with clients and supervisors to inform on maintenance activities performed and availability of equipment Perform equipment over-inspection on work done by apprentices and operatives where appropriate and provide feedback and guidance/coaching as required Ensure that condition monitoring of equipment, scheduled and planned maintenance are conducted effectively Timely response to breakdown management and appropriate root cause analysis and diagnosis Investigate, diagnose, and perform specialist electrical/electronic and related maintenance and repair of equipment and machinery according to set maintenance requirements, standards, and specifications Apply expert judgment with regards to repair versus replacement versus upgrade of components Identify spares requirements and order according to departmental procedure Work overtime, standby and be available for callouts and reassignment within department, should the need arise

 

Closing Date: 03 May 2024

                            

Please note that the Gold Fields code of conduct strictly prohibits the exchange of any payment as part of its recruitment process.

 

 Should you require any assistance or have any challenges in applying for a position, please contact the Recruitment hub on 011 411 1387

 

Gold Fields is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment

 

NOTE: all relevant certificates must be attached to your CV in order to be considered for shortlisting

*South Deep Joint Venture is an unincorporated joint venture between GFI Joint Venture Holdings Proprietary Limited (Reg. No. 1998/023354/07) and Gold Fields Operations Limited (Reg. No. 1959/003209/06), both wholly-owned subsidiaries of Newshelf 899 Proprietary Limited (Reg. No. 2007/019941/07) a subsidiary of Gold Fields Limited (Reg. No. 1968/004880/06).

 

Gold Fields Operations Limited Directors: MJ Fraser (Chairman), NA Chohan, J Magagula, P Matete, BL Mokoatle

GFI Joint Venture Holdings Proprietary Limited Directors: MJ Fraser (Chairman), NA Chohan, J Magagula, P Matete, BL Mokoatle

Company Secretary: Gold Fields Group Services (Proprietary) Ltd