FITTER X1 (Grading C2)                                                                                                                      

Job specification

•  Trade Test: Fitter
• Expert knowledge of Chairlifts, Winders, general pumps, pneumatics, and hydraulics
• 2-3 years post qualification experience in trackless mining environment with Chairlifts or Winders would be advantageous.
• Proficiency in English and any other of 11 official languages
• Flexibility is required and essential (Standbys and Callouts)
• Independent judgement, initiative, outstanding technical and communication skills are required and essential
• Independent judgment, initiative and interpersonal communication and technical skills are essential and required
• South African Driver’s License (Code 8-10) essential
• South African Citizenship
• Clear Criminal Record

 Responsibilities

•  Functional support, quality control and best practices within the Engineering section
• Work a rotation of shifts
• Specialized knowledge to analyse and solve complex problems
• Inspect, disassemble, re-assemble and repair all components of Chairlift and associated mechanical equipment
• Perform effective routine maintenance on the Chairlift
• Troubleshooting and detailed fault analysis are required and essential
• Always take instructions from the supervisor(s) responsible for the shift
• Conduct all work according to required standards and specifications
• Adhere to MHSA standards & Gold1’s safety motto : “Nothing is so important that it cannot be done safely”