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Fitter - KathuFull job descriptionCompany Description-Kumba Iron OreWe produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects - exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape. Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to re-imagine mining to improve peoples lives"", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible.-Perform mechanical maintenance on equipment and machinery safely and cost-effectively to maximise equipment reliability and availability.Your duties will include: Promote good housekeeping to ensure compliance and an environment where team members can deliver their outputs within a controlled risk environment. "Exemplify" all relevant safety standards and procedures as a positive example for learners to follow and prioritise in their work practices. Active participation in SLAMs, HPHs, relevant Risk Assessments, and close-out of Safety Actions. Pipefitting: Select and cut pipes, install pipe supports, and connect pipes to fixtures, valves, and other components during the installation and maintenance of piping systems. Structural Fitting: Assemble and install structural components, such as beams, columns, and frameworks. Machinery Installation: Assemble and install machinery and mechanical equipment, which includes aligning and securing components to ensure proper functionality. Welding Techniques: Use welding techniques to join metal components, crucial for creating solid and durable connections in structures, piping systems, or machinery. Alignment and Calibration: Use precision tools and instruments to align and calibrate machinery components. Handover: Ensure proper communication and handover of outstanding tasks between shifts and day-shift teams. Equipment Control: Ensure effective equipment and related machinery maintenance to ensure optimal utilisation and availability toward maximising production and throughput schedules. Identify and report defects, equipment failures and time required to repair the Supervisor to enable applicable decision-making, action planning and problem resolution. Support HME/Plant personnel by ensuring that the necessary HME/Plant and equipment maintenance preparations and maintenance tasks follow SMP (Standard Maintenance Practice) to improve work practices and operational targets. Ensure installations, commissioning of infrastructure and post-installation work testing for functionality are executed following specifications to meet deadlines and budget requirements.Qualifications-Grade 12 Certificate / N3 TechnicalTrade Certificate as Fitter SA Drivers LicenceTechnical Knowledge2 Years operational maintenance experience as a Fitter. Essential skills and techniques used by artisans. Safety standards and regulations applicable to the work. Equipment used in the specific field of work. Various oil sampling methodologies and their applications. Additional Information-Who we areWe aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity and showing care and respect for people and the planet. That means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies. As the custodians of coal and other precious natural resources - diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore and nickel - our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively, with the utmost consideration for local communities, our customers and the world at large.How we are committed to your safetyNothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a days work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, were also continually investing in new technologies - from drones to data analytics - that are helping to make mining safer.Inclusion and DiversityAnglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.How to applyTo apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of the process.

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