Trackless Diesel Mechanic

Date: 6 Aug 2026

Location:

Westonaria, South Deep, South Africa, 1780

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Company: Gold Fields Group Services (Pty) Ltd

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South Deep is recruiting!

This is an opportunity to bring your expertise to a dynamic and engaged team of professionals, working together to become the beacon of pride for our people, our communities, our stakeholders, and our shareholders.

At South Deep, we value each person’s individual and collective contribution and support your ongoing development, helping you to achieve your career and our business aspirations.

POSITION: Trackless Diesel Mechanic

JOB GRADING: C – Lower

DEPARTMENT: Engineering

SITE: South Deep Gold Mine

The Trackless Diesel Mechanic will be responsible for the Refurbishment/Assembling/Commissioning of Equipment and maintain Reliability on the Equipment until hander over to the Relevant Section for production. The role requires safe task execution in respect of Changing of Major Components, troubleshooting breakdowns, performing preventative maintenance, and repairing faults. Team members are expected to demonstrate a focus on safety, achievement, and team engagement in all aspects of their work.

Minimum Requirements:

Grade 12 or equivalent

Recognized Diesel Mechanic Trade Certificate

Have 5 years’ experience in a mechanized mining environment as a Diesel Mechanic

Proven working knowledge of Trackless Machines. Sandvik/Epiroc/Aard/Caterpillar

Be declared medically fit for the position and environment, as determined by a risk-based medical examination at the Gold Fields Occupational Health Centre and pass a Heat Tolerance Screening test, and such other tests as may be required to assess the applicant’s suitability for employment

NOTE: All required documentation must be uploaded to your online application to be considered for shortlisting

Key Competencies:

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Be able to interpret hydraulic drawings and use with fault-finding

Extensive experience on Trackless Equipment/Component

Proven track record of production achievements

Prepared to work overtime/irregular hours and perform standby duties as required

Computer literacy with basic MS Office proficiency

Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensure health and safety of self and team members by applying relevant standards and procedure

Perform inspections in accordance with the Mine Health and Safety Act regulations, manufacturing, and Company standards

Responsible for the maintenance of applicable standards and conditions within assigned areas of responsibility

Responsible for the safe and proper installation and repairs of equipment aligned to scheduled planned refurbishments and maintenance, breakdown management and ad hoc assignments

Accountable for the complete delivery of daily task assignments and, reporting of outstanding or work to be scheduled in accordance with established preventative and breakdown maintenance standards

Carry out RCA to eliminate repeat failures and implement remedial actions

Collaborate with operational teams to ensure preparation and release of units for planned breakdown and ad hoc maintenance tasks

Collaborate with team and planned maintenance teams to ensure optimal preparation, spares, etc. ahead of tasks being assigned and executed

Engage in further training and related activities to ensure continuous refinement of own skills and competencies

Closing Date: 14 August 2026

Please note that the Gold Fields code of conduct strictly prohibits the exchange of any payment as part of its recruitment process.

Should you require any assistance or have any challenges in applying for a position, please contact the Recruitment hub on 011 411 1387

Creating enduring value beyond mining

Gold Fields is committed to advancing its Employment Equity (EE) strategy through Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). All Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA) and differently abled candidates may apply.