Njongenhle Mashabane

Hands-on Mechanical Assistant with mining experience supporting the maintenance and repair of heavy mobile and fixed-plant equipment. Experienced in assisting qualified artisans with routine servicing, component replacement, breakdown repairs, hydraulic systems, preventative inspections, lubrication, workshop tooling, rigging equipment, basic welding/fabrication and maintenance documentation. Comfortable working in open-cast and underground environments and committed to mine safety, housekeeping and production reliability.

Also brings professional passenger-driving experience, a Code 10 driver's licence and Front End Loader certification.

Mechanical Assistant - Trollope Mine

(2025-10)

• Assist qualified artisans with routine servicing, component replacement and repair of heavy mining equipment, including dump trucks, excavators and drill rigs.
• Support the stripping, cleaning and reassembly of hydraulic cylinders, gearboxes and diesel-engine components.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns in open-cast and underground environments to support reduced production downtime.
• Assist with diagnosis, repair and replacement of faulty hydraulic hoses, valves and pneumatic fittings.
• Conduct daily pre-shift inspections, fluid top-ups and grease lubrication on fixed and mobile plant equipment.
• Participate in Pre-Task Risk Assessments and follow mine safety requirements, supporting a zero Lost Time Injury (LTI) record.
• Organise and pre-inspect workshop tools, lifting equipment and rigging gear.
• Maintain clean and hazard-free workshop areas in accordance with mine safety requirements and the Mine Health and Safety Act.
• Perform basic cutting, grinding and arc welding in support of structural repairs and fabrication.
• Complete daily job cards and maintenance logs, including parts used and machinery repair history.

Driver - Baron Shuttle Services

(2020 - 2023)

• Transport passengers safely, efficiently and professionally.
• Use GPS and real-time traffic information to plan efficient routes and support punctual arrivals.
• Carry out routine vehicle safety checks, basic maintenance monitoring and roadworthiness checks.
• Comply with traffic laws, speed limits and road-safety requirements.
• Assist passengers with luggage and respond professionally to customer needs.
• Manage ride requests, passenger locations and daily operational targets.
• Maintain records of fuel expenses, maintenance costs and business mileage.
• Handle passenger enquiries, complaints and route changes professionally.

Automotive Engineering - West Coast College

Vredenburg Skills Priority