Maintenance Operator GR2

The role of the Maintenance Operator Grade 2 is to Assist maintenance teams with routine upkeep, inspections, and housekeeping activities to support the safe and efficient operation of site equipment, infrastructure, and work areas.

By looking after our assets, you’ll become an asset too.

Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible.

Kumba Iron Ore

We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects – exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Rosebank, Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.

As a Maintenance Operator Gr 2 , you will provide services as required and your responsibilities will include:

This role is in Engineering Department at Band J6 reporting to the Supervisor Dewatering & Facilities

Responsibilities

Follow all SHE requirements and work instructions.; Use and maintain PPE correctly.; Apply HIRA/Mini-HIRA/SLAM and report hazards immediately.; Attend safety meetings as instructed to stay up-to-date on safety protocols.; Keep allocated areas clean and apply good housekeeping practices to ensure a hazard-free environment.; Ensure that work practices do not endanger the safety of others.; Active participation in SLAMs, HPHs, relevant Risk Assessments, and close-out of Safety Actions.; Performance and Delivery; Maintenance Execution; Perform daily maintenance on plant equipment, civil structures, and work areas.; Maintain stormwater channels, tar and gravel roads.; Remove vegetation and maintain gardens, including trimming trees.; Operate plant and support equipment safely according to instructions.; Equipment & Tools; Use hand and power tools safely and effectively.; Keep tools and toolboxes clean and in good condition.; Prepare work areas with required tools, spares, and equipment.; Test equipment and vehicles before returning them to service.; Inspections & Reporting; Conduct pre-shift inspections of vehicles, equipment, and components.; Monitor equipment performance and report deviations or defects immediately.; Communicate outstanding work during handover.; Work Environment; Clean equipment and work areas after tasks.; Store tools in designated areas and ensure safety signage is clean and visible.; Team Support; Assist with civil maintenance activities as instructed.; Support supervisors and team members to achieve functional objectives.

Requirements

Grade 12 Certificate / N3 Technical; Drivers License; Understand safety standards applicable to maintenance environments.; Knowledge of vehicle/equipment components and functionality.; Ability to interpret and understand detailed component drawings, blueprints, and shop manuals.; Understand manufacturer standards in a maintenance environment.; Knowledge of company policies and procedures relating to maintenance work.