Shift Breakdown Technician

Functional area: Service

Onsite or Remote: Onsite

Country/Region: ZA

City: Postmasburg

Location:

Postmasburg, Northern Cape, ZA, 8420

Company name: Epiroc South Africa (Pty) Ltd

Date of posting: May 20, 2026

Mission of the role/role pitch:

Join us as a Shift Breakdown Technician and play a key role in maintaining and optimizing autonomous drilling equipment. You will support daily operations, drive equipment reliability, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives while always ensuring safety and compliance.

Your Mission

Perform planned maintenance, diagnose faults, and resolve breakdowns to minimise downtime.
Support autonomous systems: Troubleshoot and optimise RCS, sensors, and automation technologies.
Drive reliability: Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) to prevent recurring equipment failures.
Ensure safety and compliance: Adhere to all safety standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
Monitor and report performance: Provide accurate maintenance reports and feedback to stakeholders.
Engage with stakeholders: Work closely with site teams, product specialists, and clients.
Support continuous improvement: Contribute to productivity initiatives, optimisation projects, and best practices.
Coach and support team members: Share knowledge and guide technical assistants/juniors.

Your Profile:

Grade 12 (Essential)
Recognised Trade Certificate (e.g., Diesel Mechanic, Millwright or similar)
Minimum 3 years’ experience in mining or heavy equipment environments
Proven experience on Epiroc or similar OEM surface rotary blasthole drills
Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical expertise
Experience with automation systems, RCS, or digital mining technologies (advantageous)
Trimble High Precision GPS experience (advantageous)
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
Valid driver’s license
Ability to work independently with high integrity and professionalism

Location and other info such as travel requirements etc

Location : Postmasburg, Northern Cape.

Application and contact information:

Last Date to Apply: 28.05.2026

It all starts with people. The world needs metals and minerals for the energy transition and our cities and infrastructure must be developed to serve a growing population. To succeed, we need to speed up the shift towards more sustainable mining and construction industries. We at Epiroc accelerate this transformation, together with customers and business partners in more than 150 countries, by developing and providing innovative and safe equipment, digital solutions, and aftermarket support.

All new thinkers are welcome. We are looking for those who want to develop, grow, and dare to think new. In Epiroc we attract, develop, and retain diverse talent valuing authenticity and unique perspectives, driving our spirit of innovation. We foster an inclusive culture where diversity isn't just a goal but a part of our values and way of working. This is how we do business for a sustainable future.  Learn more at www.epiroc.com