Auto Electrician (Permanent)
Listing reference: b2gld_000258
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 12 November 2026
Position summary
Industry: Mining & Quarrying
Job category: Maintenance
Location: Otjiwarongo
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: N/A
EE position: No
Introduction
The Auto Electrician is responsible for carrying out auto electrical maintenance and repairs on various Light Driving Vehicles, Auxiliary and Earthmoving equipment, to ensure high availability of and reliability on the machines.
Job description
- Carry out maintenance and repairs as specified on job cards.
- Diagnose, service and repair electrical and electronic faults on vehicles and equipment using diagnostic instruments, laptops and circuit diagrams.
- Read and interpret electrical drawings and workshop manuals.
- Troubleshoot and repair air-conditioning systems on earthmoving equipment and light delivery vehicles.
- Identify part numbers using relevant parts catalogues and order spare parts as required.
- Respond promptly to breakdowns and keep Operations and relevant supervisors informed of repair progress, including during after-hours call-outs.
- Allocate work to assisting team members according to their skills and competencies.
- Mentor apprentices and artisan helpers.
- Identify opportunities to improve maintenance and repair practices.
- Conduct risk assessments, identify and report hazards, and comply with safe work procedures and
- lockout/tagout requirements.
Minimum requirements
- Grade 12 or N3 with four relevant technical subjects, plus a Trade Diploma in Auto Electrical.
- At least three years’ experience working on earthmoving and auxiliary equipment.
- A valid Code B driver’s licence.
- Willingness to work overtime, shifts and standby duties.
- A valid Code C driver’s licence will be an added advantage.