Workshop Technician (Millwright) - Jetpark

Functional area: Service

Onsite or Remote: Onsite

Country/Region: ZA

City: Boksburg

Location: Boksburg, GT, ZA, 1467

Date of posting: Feb 17, 2025

About Epiroc
Epiroc is a multinational company with a presence in 150 countries; which with innovative technology, develops and provides safe and state-of-the-art equipment, such as drilling machinery and construction tools for use in surface and underground mining. It also offers world-class after-sales services and solutions for automation, digitalization and electrification.

Life at Epiroc

By joining our team, you will be part of a group of knowledgeable and helpful colleagues who live by our core values: collaboration, commitment and innovation. The work environment in the mining and construction industries presents unique and interesting challenges that you will not find in other industries. Our culture is characterized by care for work-life balance, professional development, global professional opportunities, and an epic benefits package.

Mission:

To create an organizational structure that is most suitable for the effective and efficient operations of the Jet Park workshop. To develop a highly skilled motivated team that is focused on quality and efficiency. To develop, implement and maintain processes and procedures that are in line with Total Quality Management and Continuous improvement principles. To promote safe working environment through enhanced awareness, compliance with all applicable Epiroc safety standards and SHEQ regulatory requirements.

Main Responsibilities and Tasks:

1. Work safely within a workshop environment
2. Adherence to SHEQ policies and procedure
3. Service, maintenance and repair on Epiroc's new and used equipment
4. Carry out modifications and software updates on batteries and chargers
5. Component rebuilds and repairs
6. Carry out high level repairs on batteries
7. Fault finding and problem solving
8. Ability to work well with others in a team
9. Carry out service, troubleshooting and repairs as per OEM standards and requirements
10. Compile service and failure reports
11. Completing warranty and upgrade claims
12. Timekeeping and tracking of labour
13. Keep record of all repairs
14. Communication to product manager
15. Completing Pre delivery inspections and tests for new batteries and chargers

Required Skills and Capabilities:

1. Mining equipment (surface and underground) product knowledge and experience
2. Grade 12 or equivalent with a Trade qualification (Millwright)
3. Strong problem-solving ability and troubleshooting skills
4. Ability to perform assigned duties under pressure
5. Read and understand schematics, including knowledge of hydraulics, electronics, pneumatics, mechanical and electrical systems
6. Commitment to providing quality customer service
7. Advanced report writing skills
8. Specialized expertise, ingenuity, and takes pride in solving technical problems
9. Drive, determination, self-discipline
10. Accountability and dedication to maintaining standards of quality and accuracy
11. Values integrity and engenders trust
12. Must have intermediate to advanced skills in using Microsoft tools
13. To perform mechanical or electrical repairs and execute according to the company specifications and standards

Behaviours:

• Technical knowledge of mining and exploration equipment such as underground and surface mining equipment
• Skill to troubleshoot and repair Epiroc Rig Control Systems would be advantageous
• Experience in Customer Service and good interpersonal skills
• Advance skills to troubleshoot and repair hydraulic systems
• Good planning and organizational skills
• Ability to work according to safe work procedures and machine specifications
• Component rebuilds and repairs
• Adherence to SHEQ policies and procedure
• Valid driver's license
• Willing to rotate shifts and work standby with team members
• Needs to be computer literate

Why should applicants choose to work in this position and within this department?

• Epiroc is a very well known and established company within South Africa
• Team members have access to local and international support
• New candidates will be able to learn from team members
• Be able to share own knowledge with team and customers

Closing Date: 06 August 2024

Epiroc is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring we maintain a diverse and inclusive culture. To prevent any possible unconscious bias, please remove any personal/identifiable information e.g., photo, ID number, address, date of birth from your application.

United. Inspired. Performance unites us, Innovation inspires us, and commitment drives us to keep moving forward.

In the 150 countries where you can find Epiroc, we encourage our employees to take ownership of their own development and careers with the support from their leaders.

We are committed to give you every opportunity to succeed in a culture of innovation, diversity and collaboration, combined with a caring atmosphere.

Diversity and sustainability are key to grow fresh and innovative ideas and solutions for our customers. Epiroc is a leading manufacturer for the mining and infrastructure industries. Learn more at www.epirocgroup.com