Technical Specialist Auto Electrician UG at Geita Gold Mine

OBJECTIVE OF THE ROLE

• Provide specialist maintenance and repair support for underground heavy mining equipment with RCT, ensuring OEM standards, safe operation, and effective skills transfer to national auto-electricians.

ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Deliver advanced maintenance and repair support for underground heavy mining equipment with a focus on RCT systems.
• Diagnose faults and perform repairs on remote systems and electrical components.
• Train, coach, and transfer skills to national auto-electricians; monitor and report on development progress.
• Conduct diagnostic electrical tests and provide specialist advice to the UG Engineering Superintendent.
• Coordinate parts ordering and liaise with planners, agents, and manufacturers to resolve issues efficiently.
• Complete required documentation and ensure effective repair of vehicles and plant, including petrol and diesel equipment.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

Education & Qualification

• Recognized trade certificate in Auto Electrical work and Air Conditioning and Radio Communication.
• Preferred trainer/coach qualification (certification/Diploma).

Experience

• 8 - 10+ years in heavy underground mining equipment maintenance.
• Experience with detailed maintenance strategies for underground equipment.
• Proven trainer/coach experience.

Knowledge & Skills

• Extensive RCT systems capability.
• Competence in repairing and maintaining a wide range of mobile and stationary equipment.
• Safe and accountable operation of tools and equipment.
• Problem solving using approved work methods.
• Effective English communication and ability to maintain daily logs.
• Safety focus, teamwork and leadership, analytical ability, job knowledge, and supervision.
• Budgeting/cost control, stress and time management, and sound decision-making for safe, efficient work.

BENEFITS SUMMARY

• AngloGold Ashanti offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial security, and overall well-being.
• Medical insurance, employee assistance programmes, and wellbeing initiatives.
• Company-supported pension or provident fund contributions.
• Annual leave, sick leave, and public holidays in line with company policy.

AngloGold Ashanti Limited

Local Benefits

• AngloGold Ashanti offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial security, and overall well-being.  
• Medical insurance, employee assistance programmes, and wellbeing initiatives.  
• Company-supported pension or provident fund contributions.  
• Annual leave, sick leave, and public holidays in line with company policy.  

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and value inclusion, diversity and equity in our workplace. We are committed to creating an environment where all individuals are treated with respect and fairness. Employment decisions are based on qualification, merit, business needs and role requirements.

Requisition ID:  31162

Category:  Maintenance

Posting Salary:  Market Related