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Auto Electrician Global Grade 08
AI Summary
Performs auto-electrical repairs and maintenance on earthmoving equipment at workshops or customer sites, troubleshoots electrical and electronic systems, and compiles service reports and parts lists.
About this role
Key Outputs
• Carry out auto-electrical repairs and maintenance on Earthmoving Equipment in workshops or on customer sites
• Remove and install auto electrical components
• Ensure safe work practice
• Quickly and efficiently deal with all customer auto electrical breakdowns
• Maintain professional image when representing BWE on customer site
• Compile accurate customer service reports
• Compile accurate parts list needed for machine repairs
• Effective self-management and performance ownership
• Comply with Contamination control requirements
• Control own admin (labour booking, service reports, part returns, expenses etc.)
• Maintain field service vehicle and equipment
Qualification, Experience and Competencies
• Grade 12, Qualified in relevant trade (Auto - Electrician)
• Minimum 5 years’ post-qualification experience on electric and electronic systems on Caterpillar machines
• Sound knowledge of safety rules & mining operations
• Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in electrical and electronic systems
• Machine specific technical knowledge and skills
• Good understanding of Caterpillar electrical and electronic system
• Applicable attachments product operation knowledge
• Knowledge and/or exposure to ISO quality systems.
• Good technical report writing skills
• Good computer literacy (SIS, STW & ET, Microsoft Office) knowledge.
• Valid Driver’s licence
• Sound interpersonal and communication skills
• Machine specific technical knowledge and skills
• Sound interpersonal and communication skills
• Numerical reasoning
Skills
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