Job Description

Job Title: Artisan AssistantCompany: Komatsu South AfricaBusiness Unit: South AfricaDivision: Head OfficeDepartment: SA RM RecvLocation: H.O. RemanReference Number: [[7153]]Grading: Wages EINTRODUCTION :Komatsu has an opportunity for a technically minded individual with a passion for heavy earthmoving equipment to
assist the artisan with general functions as an Assistant Artisan with at least 1 year' experience in Earthmoving
Equipment to join our team at Germiston Equipment workshop.QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS :

• Grade 12 with technical subjects, or Technical N3
• Other certifications an advantage (forklift, crane, welding) but not required.

EXPERIENCE :

• 6 months general workshop, technical environment experience / experience working on earthing moving machines.
• Basic knowledge of workshop tools and machine repairs.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS :

• Valid drivers' license (code 8) an advantage.
• Have a passion for Heavy Earthmoving Machinery.
• SHE - basic knowledge of the Health and Safety act.
• Ability to read, write and speak English, good communication and inter-personal skills.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Machine/component assembly and disassembly.
• Component/ machine cleaning.
• Basic maintenance and housekeeping.
• Drives Komatsu service vehicle.
• Komatsu machine operation.
• Required to work overtime and standby from time to time and must be prepared to travel when needed.
• Assist the artisan in all aspects.
• Must be safety orientated as machine movement and component movements are present.
• Must have some knowledge on basic tools and the purpose of tools used.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• A Team player, ability to work well within a team environment

Purpose of JobThis PRACTICAL / PROCEDURAL LEVEL position in the MINING and CONSTRUCTION/OEM INDUSTRY EXECUTES STANDARDISED WORK FOR the Operations of KAfHFUNCTIONS:1.SHE2.Machine/Component Assembly and Disassembly3.Component/Machine Cleaning4.Basic Maintenance and Housekeeping5.Drives Komatsu Service Vehicle6.Komatsu Machines OperationJob ResponsibilitiesLower Operational SHEMachine/Component DisassemblyComponent/Machine cleaningBasic Maintenance & HousekeepingDrives Komatsu Service VehicleBasic application of diagnostic tool operation (e.g. pressure gauges, torque wrenches, etc.)Komatsu Machines Operation (designated machine operators to have completed additional training)CompetenciesAccepting ResponsibilityTesting and TroubleshootingAdapting to ChangeUsing MathReading EffectivelyManaging TimeDisplaying Technical ExpertiseAttentive ListeningEducationQUALIFICATIONS:Grade 12 with Technical Subjects or NQF Level 4YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:6 months general workshop/technical environment experienceSPECIFIC EXPERIENCE:1.Basic Rigging and Slinging experience2.Basic knowledge of workshop toolsLANGUAGE REQUIREMENT(Mandatory) English proficiency (Read/Write/Speak)Skills/Additional RequirementsCERTIFICATIONSA valid drivers' licence (code 08) an advantageForklift certification (not an entry requirement - all incumbents will undergo internal training)Crane certification (not an entry requirement - all incumbents will undergo internal training)Standard Operating Procedures Comply to PPE standards as per Komatsu policy Comply to Komatsu 5s policy Operators Maintenance ManualRecruitment and selection processes are managed according to Komatsu's B-BBEE policiesInternal applicants receive preferenceCandidates will be expected to pass a relevant medical examination, and agree to verification checksOnly online applications will be consideredKomatsu South Africa (Pty) Ltd complies with the protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013. By submitting your application, you give us your express and informed consent to process your personal information for recruitment purposes.

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