Mechanical Engineer (GES) - Ivanhoe Mines

Ivanhoe Mines (Ivanplats) Mokopane, Limpopo

Full-time Closes 25 Nov 2026 · 12 days left

Mokopane, Limpopo Full-time Closes 25 Nov 2026

Ivanhoe Mines is developing a large underground mining project near Mokopane in Limpopo Province. This project focuses on extracting valuable metals like palladium, rhodium, nickel, copper, and gold using advanced mining technology. They are looking for a skilled Mechanical Engineer to join their team and help maintain the mechanical systems needed for this modern mining operation.

Responsibilities:
- Manage and maintain all mechanical equipment and systems (pumps, compressors, piping, valves, lifting equipment).
- Investigate mechanical failures and near-misses, implementing fixes to prevent future issues.
- Create and manage maintenance plans (preventive, predictive, corrective).
- Coordinate with operations, maintenance, and safety teams for efficient and safe work execution.
- Organize labor, tools, materials, and contractors for repairs.
- Ensure compliance with legal requirements, engineering standards, and site procedures.
- Provide technical guidance to supervisors and artisans, verify work quality, and prepare maintenance reports.

Requirements:
- Grade 12 certificate (National Senior Certificate).
- N3 certificate or higher in Mechanical Engineering, or a National Diploma/BTech in Mechanical Engineering.
- Mechanical Trade Test Certificate (Section 13 or Section 26D Artisan qualification) as a Fitter, Millwright, or Diesel Mechanic.
- 5 to 8 years of experience in heavy industrial, plant, or mining environments.
- Experience in supervising mechanical maintenance, repairs, and plant reliability preferred.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.

Benefits:
- Permanent full-time position with a cutting-edge mining project.
- Opportunity for Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA) from local communities.
- Applications from women encouraged.
- Only South African citizens and permanent residents eligible.