Job Description

Job Number
71935



Job Type
Permanent



Job Title
Field Service Technician



Computer Skills
MS Excel,MS Outlook,MS PowerPoint,MS Word



Industry
Machinery



City
Kathu



Province
Northern Cape






Field Service Technician - Mining Division (Kathu - Northern Cape)
Reports to Branch Manager
Role Summary:
Reporting to the Branch Manager where he will be given certain maintenance or repair tasks which will be done on a mine or specific site. The technician will ensure that all machines in for repairs and maintenance, either mechanical or electrical are kept in a good condition and all maintenance done promptly according to standard operating and safe work procedures. The technician will work in line with the minexe2x80x99s health and safety act set by government.
Accountabilities/Key Performance Areas:
Repairing and maintaining equipment according to company's standards with no re-work.
Accurate troubleshooting (fault-finding)
Field service vehicle, diagnostic tools and special tools, care and ownership.
Adhere and comply with company policies.
Adhere and comply with MHSA (Mine, Health, Safety Act.)
Responsibilities:
Carry out inspection and report on the company's equipment which shall be submitted to the factory (PIR)
Carry out service, troubleshooting and repairs as per OEM standards and requirements.
Carry out an HIRA (Hazard Identification Risk Assessment) before starting with any task on the mine or workshop.
To complete/oversee the repairs of any defect found.
Complete complaint, cause and correction on service job card for sign off. The customer or representative of the company on completion of a task must sign Service report and delivery notes.
Timely complete all relevant administrative requirements, including, but not limited to service job cards and technical data sheets.
Downloading of machine/Engine software, variables and Data protocol with the company's diagnostics (Sculi) and distributing to the correct responsible person.
Work according to OEM standard repair times.
Use and understand diagnostic equipment.
Choose innovative ways to carrying out tasks in a safe manner.
Operate electrical and mechanical equipment pertaining to the job, i.e. power tools.
Ensure integrity of all related tools of trade.
Work according to occupational health, safety and environment requirements.
Work according to the Mine health and safety act.
Supervision of employees where applicable, artisan assistant, apprentice.
Co-ordination and collaboration of employees working on the same equipment.
Helping where needed and carrying out any reasonable request.
Needs to attend training courses, online and at Head Office JHB
Will work shifts, which do not correspond to normal shift times.
Required to work overtime at very short notice.
Required to be on standby as scheduled. xe2x80xa2
On occasions have to sleep out of town away from home for extensive periods.
Report to site supervisor of all equipment defects and note on service report.
Provide training to customers about correct usage of equipment and maintenance.
Provide training to customers maintenance staff on correct service and maintenance practices.
Compiling of parts list and distributing to the responsible person.
Identifying of components.
Submitting oil samples accurately and timeously.
Prepare and submit time sheets.
Driving, using, maintaining and taking care of field service vehicle.
Completing of warranty and upgrade claims
Submitting warranty, SEU components with correct tagging and plugging
Collaborate closely with technical department to resolve technical issues
Provide training to apprentices on how to identify and resolve issues, repairs, maintaining, etc.
Provide technical support to customers during normal time and after hours
Supplying supervisor accurate feedback on work progress.


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Inherent Requirements

• • Matric/NQF 4
  • Minimum 4-5 yearsxe2x80x99 experience and/or related training equivalent to education and experience
  • Must be a Trade Tested Auto Electrician with relevant experience
  
  Computer skills:
  • Must have extensive knowledge of Microsoft office products such as Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  
  General Skills:
  • Electric/ Hydraulic faultfinding skills
  • Must be an Auto Electrician
  • Demonstrates a technical aptitude and ability
  • Experience on Earthmoving and Mining machines
  • Professional Designation: Red Seal
  
  

What Qualification
Matric + Trade Tested Auto Electrician



Minimum Qualification
Certificate



Status
Available