TM3 Foreman Shafts

About this role

Implats (Impala Platinum) is hiring a TM3 Foreman for its shafts operation in Rustenburg. The role leads a team of TM3 artisans who keep trackless mobile machinery safe, working and up to standard, including the legally required compliance tests.

What you’ll do

• Supervise TM3 artisans who maintain and repair trackless mobile machines.
• Keep machines available for safe production and help the team meet production targets.
• Check that repairs and maintenance are done well and on time, and that machines are inspected to OEM standards.
• Manage spares availability, and the repair and return to service of spares, in line with the spares management procedure.
• Oversee team allocation, discipline and planned maintenance compliance.
• Keep the workshop safe, tidy and within standard, and carry out regular inspections to spot hazards.
• Follow mine safety rules, join safety meetings, and report any non-compliance.

What you need

• Grade 12 or NQF 4 equivalent (essential).
• A recognised trade qualification, such as Diesel Mechanic, Motor Mechanic, Fitter with TM3 modules, Hydraulic Fitter or Diesel Fitter (section 13 or 26D). A completed apprenticeship contract is also accepted (essential).
• NTC2 (Relevant Trade Theory) qualification (essential).
• Completed TM3 modules (essential).
• At least 3 years’ experience as an artisan in a similar work environment (essential).
• At least 5 years’ experience as an artisan (advantageous).
• A formal Foreman Development Programme (advantageous).
• MS Office skills, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint (essential).
• Knowledge of mining regulations, standards, trackless machines and the TM3 workshop environment (essential).

Is this job for you?

This role suits a qualified artisan who has worked on trackless mobile machines and wants to move into supervision. You should be comfortable leading a team, keeping safety standards high, and planning maintenance around production needs.

Tips before you apply

• Have certified copies of your trade certificate, NTC2 result, TM3 module records and any apprenticeship contract ready.
• List your artisan years clearly on your CV, with the machine types and workshop settings you have worked in.
• Describe any past supervision, safety meetings or spares and budget work with specific examples.

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