Company Description

People. Process. Performance. You’ll keep sight of it all.    

Bold and optimistic. You communicate openly and enjoy being part of a fantastic team with an unwavering commitment to safety.

Come and join us working at Venetia Mine, South Africa’s most valuable diamond mine. As we develop the mine underground, it is also one of the largest infrastructure projects in the country.

Reporting directly to the Senior Engineering Foreman , you will be required to plan and implement schedules for the maintenance and repair of underground mining TMM, you will also champion the safety, environmental and health drive for increased awareness and standards.

To push our company forwards, we always need to think differently. We welcome diverse perspectives, people who think rigorously and aren't afraid to challenge assumptions.

Job Description

Your responsibilities will include:

Plan activities in accordance with production schedules and allocation of resources as required.Assist in ensuring that TMM auto electrical equipment and installations meet the required designs, installation, and maintenance standards.Ensure that all assessments of potential hazards of the operation of equipment and installations are undertaken in accordance with procedures.Maintenance and repairs of all TMM auto-electrical equipment in the underground,Ensure fixed, mobile and transportable TMM auto electrical equipment associated with hot work or live testing, installed or operated are suitably certified in line with operational standards.Ensure that equipment is suitable for use in the underground mine.Ensure that the maintenance and overhaul of TMM auto electrical equipment installed and/or operated or intended to be installed and/or operated is in accordance with relevant standards.Align with planned maintenance, including the maintenance of relevant records for all auto electrical equipment and installations in the area of responsibility.Ensure effective communication to relevant stakeholders to minimize production delays.Upholding of safety, health and environmental standards to achieve ZERO HARM.Training and development of subordinates.

QualificationsGrade 12 / N3 / Equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification with pure Mathematics and Physical ScienceRelevant Trade Certificate Auto Electrician / ElectricianActive Proto team member (Advantageous)   Valid EB / Code 8 Drivers License

Experience Required:

Minimum 3 years’ experience as an Auto Electrician or 5 years combined experience as an Auto electrician and Electrician in an Underground Mining Environment.TMM Mining equipment experience.Sound knowledge and experience in the maintenance, repairs and fault finding of the following equipment: Drill Rigs (DD320, DD321, DD321, DD420, DD421 & DD422i), Long Hole Rigs (DL421, DL422i, DL432i & Rhino Machine), Cable Bolters (DS421, DS422i & DS412i), Roof Bolters (DS411), Maclean Bolter (946), LHD (LH410, LH517i & LH621i), Dump Trucks (TH430), TH540 & TH551i), Shotcrete (Normet), Manitou and Agicars etc.Sound knowledge and experience on the maintenance and repairs of PDS, PDI, Camera’s, lighting circuits of diesel machines & real time systems.Strong troubleshooting skills, especially with regards to auto-electrical problems in UG TMM mining and ancillary equipment.Planning and control of maintenance schedules as per SAP PM.

Additional Information

Who we are: 

Established in 1888, De Beers Group is the world’s leading diamond company with unrivalled expertise in the exploration, mining, sorting, valuing, selling and marketing of diamonds. Together with our joint venture partners, we operate in more than 20 countries across six continents. 

We want our diamonds, and our business, to make life brilliant – for our people, our customers and the world around us. 

We build partnerships and connect with our people and their communities to make a positive contribution to the wider world. We’re constantly developing new ways to make an impact and build a beneficial legacy. We call it ‘Building Forever’ - it’s fundamental to our pioneering spirit and the purposeful way we do business. 

Values

Put Safety First – We consider all risks to people and the environment before proceeding with any activity. We address risks before beginning any activity, even if this means stopping a task. Zero Harm is always our goal.

Be Passionate – We are exhilarated by the product we sell, the challenges we face and the opportunities we create.

Pull Together – Being united in purpose and action, we will turn the diversity of our people, skills and experience into an unparalleled source of strength.

Build Trust– We will always listen first, then act with openness, honesty and integrity so that our relationships flourish

Show we Care – The people whose lives we touch, their communities, nations and the environment we share, all matter deeply to us. We will always think through the consequences of what we do so that our contribution to the world is real, lasting and makes us proud.

Shape the Future – We will find new ways. We will set demanding targets and take both tough decisions and considered risks to achieve them. We will insist on excellent execution and reward those who deliver.

Eligibility Criteria 

This role is open only to individuals who currently have right to work in the country stated and we will not be supporting any individuals who might need to relocate.

Closing date – 30 August 2025