Boilermaker at Petra Diamonds Limited

Petra Diamonds Limited is one of the world’s leading suppliers of rough diamonds and one of the largest independent diamond groups by resource. It’s a polished diamond we’re after for this role - an individual that clearly outshines his/her peers: | CULLINAN DIAMOND MINE

Boilermaker – Internal & External

Cullinan Diamond Mine is situated in the town of Cullinan 30km east from Pretoria.

Job Grade: C2T Reference Nr: CUL448

JOB DESCRIPTION: Develop, fabricate and maintain equipment according to sound engineering practice and equipment specifications.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Assist Foreman in executing his duties as and when required 
• Conduct maintenance planning, planned task observations, plastic pipe welding, risk assessments (activity based and mini), welding of HDPE (high density pressure equipment) ?
• Continuously monitor equipment failure and efficiency to improve trade specific equipment and systems 
• Cut and weld components to repair and maintain steel constructions 
• Fabricate steel fabrications by drawing, measuring, conducting layout and erecting structures 
• Identify spares requirements and order according to departmental procedures 
• Inspect materials, products or equipment to detect defects or malfunctions 
• Investigate, diagnose and perform trade related maintenance and repair of equipment and machinery according to the maintenance requirements 
• Manufacture trade specific items according to diagrams and drawings when setting up equipment 
• Perform assigned work during shutdowns; inspections in accordance with the Mine Health and Safety Act regulations, manufacturing and company standards to report all defects and breakdowns on equipment and machinery to the Foreman; de-energize and lock out of electrical equipment; basic rigging activities 
• Remove and replace components to maintain steel fabrications 
• Responsible for conducting fault finding on default structures and deterring the steps to be taken to repair faults; good housekeeping in relevant area; painting steel fabrications; performing drilling activities using a hand drill and pedestal; performing grinding activities; lock out when necessary; signing the mobile machinery pre-start log books; trade related administration 
• Responsible for trade related administration 
• Conduct on-the-job training for allocated apprentices 
• Must be able to work shifts, overtime and be able to do standby, callouts 
• Required to perform other duties that may reasonably be expected within the Company from time to time 
• Ensure compliance to Statutory requirements and Mine Policies, Procedures and Codes of Practice
  
  

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 10
• N2 National Certificate
• Boilermaker/Plater Welder Trade Certificate through a recognised institution and/or apprenticeship
• 3 years post Apprenticeship/Qualification experience
• Valid Drivers’ License
  
  

Advantageous (Skills, Competencies, Experience & Qualifications)

• Grade 12/N3
• Computer Literacy