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Johan Rabe

Johan Rabe

Certified fitter

Nelspruit, Ehlanzeni DistrictMember since March 8, 2026
Certified fitterTrackless Mining Machinesfault-findingproblem solvingunderstanding, analyzing and interpreting Engineering drawingsrebuild machinesoperation and testing of hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems
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About

I am self-motivated and able to work on my own or in a team. Excellent knowledge of Trackless Mining Machines, able to inspect, repair and maintenance of equipment. Excellent fault-finding and problem solving skills. Very good at understanding, analyzing and interpreting Engineering drawings. I also have the knowledge to rebuild machines. I have a thorough understanding of the operation and testing of hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems.

Experience

Diesel Mechanic - Rock Safe Mining

(2017-04)

  • Deutz engines, GHH Loaders, RAM Loaders
  • Complete daily maintenance reports and logs
  • Perform preventive maintenance, service and repair diesel equipment.
  • Inspecting equipment and scheduling repairs prior to failure or breakdown; recognize equipment failure and causes to eliminate future issues.
  • Working on breakdown team.

Field Service Technician – TMM Fitter - Normet

(2015-07 - 2017-03)

Reason for Leaving: Found work closer to Rustenburg

  • Normet machines – Spraymec, Minimec, Railmec, Dump Truck, Charmec
  • Electronic diagnosing on engines and machinery
  • Complete daily maintenance reports and logs
  • Perform preventive maintenance, service and repair diesel equipment.
  • Inspecting equipment and scheduling repairs prior to failure or breakdown

TMM Fitter - Consmurch Mines

(2014 - 2015)

Reason for leaving: Retrenched – Mine closed. Reference: Wouter Meiring, 072 993 1655

  • GHH Front Loaders and Dumper Machinery
  • RAM 30HD Loader
  • Complete daily maintenance reports and logs
  • Perform preventive maintenance, service and repair diesel equipment.
  • Inspecting equipment and scheduling repairs prior to failure or breakdown; recognize equipment failure and causes to eliminate future issues.
  • Working on breakdown team.

Proparts and GHH Mining Machines (Contractors on East Plats) - East Plat Mines – Marulabult

(2011-01 - 2013-06)

Reason for leaving: Retrenched – Mine Closed. Reference: Jenine (GHH), 079 881 0856

  • GHH Machines
  • Complete daily maintenance reports and logs
  • Perform preventive maintenance, service and repair diesel equipment.
  • Inspecting equipment and scheduling repairs prior to failure or breakdown; recognize equipment failure and causes to eliminate future issues.
  • Working on breakdown team.

Field Service Technician - Mining and Industrial Engine Repairs

(2008 - 2010)

Reason for leaving: Retrenched (Rustenburg Branch closed). Reference: Jan Nell, 083 231 5375

  • Deutz Engines
  • Completely overhaul non -working engines and commission
  • Complete daily maintenance reports and logs
  • Perform preventive maintenance, service and repair
  • Inspecting equipment and scheduling repairs prior to failure or breakdown; recognize equipment failure and causes to eliminate future issues.
  • Working on breakdown team.

Fitter (u/g earth moving machines) - East Plat Mines – Marulabult

(2007 - 2008)

  • GHH Machines and Aard Major, Atlas Drill Rigs & UV’s
  • Complete daily maintenance reports and logs
  • Perform preventive maintenance, service and repair diesel equipment.
  • Inspecting equipment and scheduling repairs prior to failure or breakdown; recognize equipment failure and causes to eliminate future issues.
  • Working on breakdown team

Assistant Assembler (Rebuilding machines) - Sandvik

(2001 - 2006)

Reason for leaving: Moved to Rustenburg. Reference: Frik Erasmus, 011 929 5300

  • Rebuilding machines, Dump Trucks, Loaders and Drill Rigs

Field Service Technician - Benravis CC

(1995 - 2001)

Reason for leaving: Retrenched (Business closed). Reference: Naomi, 073 016 8858

  • Sandvick, GHH, Strong Bird (flame proof machinery)
  • Rebuilding machines

Education

Grade 10 - Afrikaans, English, Mathematics, Technical Drawings, Science, Fitter & Turner - Die Anker High School

Skills

Certified fitter

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