Assistant Auto Electrical Mechanic
2026-02-11 - 2026-03-13
Permanent
JHB000246
Engineering and Technical
KwaZulu Natal, Newcastle / Dundee
Purpose of the role:
To assist with the installation, maintenance, fault finding, and repair of auto electrical systems on mobile crushing and screening equipment to ensure maximum plant availability, safe operation, and minimal downtime.
Key Responsibilities:
Auto Electrical Assistance:
  • Assist the Auto Electrician with electrical maintenance on mobile crushers, screens, and support equipment.
Assist with fault finding on:
  • Wiring harnesses
  • Sensors and control systems
  • Lighting systems
  • Starter motors and alternators
  • Batteries and charging systems
  • Assist with installation and repairs of electrical components.
  • Support diagnostics using basic testing equipment.
  • Assist with cable routing, repairs, and component replacement.
Plant & Equipment Support:
  • Assist with electrical inspections during scheduled maintenance.
  • Conduct pre-start electrical checks on equipment.
  • Report electrical faults and abnormal equipment behaviour.
  • Assist with breakdown response and repairs.
Operational Support:
  • Assist operators with basic troubleshooting.
  • Support plant start-up and shutdown procedures where required.
  • Maintain clean and safe work areas around equipment.
Safety & Compliance:
  • Adhere to Mine Health & Safety Act requirements.
  • Follow lock-out and isolation procedures.
  • Participate in safety meetings and toolbox talks.
  • Identify and report unsafe electrical conditions.
Minimum Requirements:
  • Grade 12 / NQF Level 4.
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in an auto electrical or heavy equipment environment.
  • Basic knowledge of 12V and 24V auto electrical systems.
  • Experience working on mobile mining or construction equipment is advantageous.
  • Medically fit for a mining environment.
  • Skills & Competencies
  • Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude.
  • Basic fault-finding ability.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Safety-conscious and reliable.
  • Advantageous
  • Exposure to mobile crushing and screening equipment
  • Basic auto electrical qualification or trade exposure.
For more information please contact:
Siphokazi August