General Technical Assistant - Boilershop

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Job description:

The Boilershop team requires a committed, hardworking and reliable General Technical Assistant to join their team. The General Technical Assistant will be responsible for the following tasks, amongst others:

Housekeeping on a daily basis

General workshop duties i.e. maintaining the cleanliness of the workshop and tool store

Cleaning of tools

Identify and able to select appropriate hand tools

Able to use basic power tools

Able to do to minor/ basic welding tasks

Demonstrate appropriate knowledge of workshop safety

Complete basic task using oxygen/acetylene cutting process under supervision

Assisting Artisans with various tasks as and when required

Qualifying Criteria:

Grade 12

Basic knowledge of Health and Safety rules

Ability to handle tools i.e. cutting machines

Previous experience in the same or similar role advantageous

Adhere to Health and Safety rules and regulations

Qualifying Attributes

Hard-working and self-motivated

Prepared to work overtime and weekends when required

Physically fit (Strength to handle materials, tools and machines)

Sober habits

Able to work in a team as well as independently

Honest and reliable

Must be willing and eager to learn

Ability to multi-task and manage a demanding workload in a pressurised environment

Must be comfortable working in confined spaces and at heights

Physically mobile and energetic

Ability to follow rules

Be organised and keep their work area neat and tidy

Other Information:

Job type: Permanent position

Benefits include

Provident fund

Life cover at 4x annual salary

Funeral cover

15 x paid leave days per annum

Long service leave after five years of employment

Industries:Mining & Metals

Function: Others