Auto Electrician
Sukari is located approximately 750km from Cairo and 25km from Marsa Alam on the Red Sea. First gold was poured in June 2009 and commercial production began in April 2010, making Sukari the first modern gold mine in Egypt, a country which in ancient times was a prolific producer of the precious metal. Sukari conducts both open-pit and underground mining operations, each employing specialised mining methods tailored to the orebody characteristics and operational requirements.
The Role
Responsible for executing both planned and unplanned electrical maintenance work activities on a shift-by-shift basis safely and effectively. The Auto Electrician will perform maintenance activities in a safe and effective manner with the aim of delivering results that meet quality standards and company expectations, helping to maintain a safe and reliable plant.
* Location: On-site in Marsa Alam
* Contract Type: Permanent, full-time
* Schedule: 20/10 working roster
* Compensation: Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
The Key Responsibilities Identify Work: Carry out thorough equipment inspections to catch potential defects early and ensure corrective work is identified before it becomes a breakdown. Ensure sufficient information is captured to plan or perform tasks using work requests or defect notice processes. Prioritize work according to potential risk to HSE and equipment availability. Conduct active shift handovers to discuss safety hazards, ongoing work, and mining plan progress. * Perform Work: Ensure task requirements are clearly understood and all risks are identified before commencing any job. Adhere to all site and company requirements for the practical execution of risk assessments, safe work procedures, and strict adherence to site isolation and permit-to-work systems. Test and commission machinery to ensure all faults are rectified and returned in a fit-for-purpose condition. Undertake duties outside of this scope as directed by the immediate supervisor or manager. * Record Work & Job Completion: Demonstrate high competency in accurately completing formal maintenance paperwork, including PM sheets, inspection sheets, and recording actual results. Clean and tag components requiring repair or core return, ensure unused parts are returned to stock, and report damaged or missing tooling. Maintain excellent housekeeping standards across all work areas. * Participation:* Actively participate in daily pre-start meetings, monthly safety meetings, and on/off-the-job training opportunities. Contribute directly to safety and continuous improvement initiatives
The Requirements Education & Certifications: A formal Certificate in Auto-Electrical studies is non-negotiable. * Experience: At least 1 year of post-qualification experience working within the automotive, heavy equipment, or construction industry is non-negotiable. Prior gold mining experience is not necessary. Backgrounds from Mantrac, alongside major construction, infrastructure, or heavy machinery fleet operators will be highly targeted. * Knowledge & Skills: Strong understanding and hands-on working knowledge of Caterpillar equipment and electrical systems is required. Advanced troubleshooting and fault-finding skills on mobile machinery. Ability to read and interpret workshop manuals and schematics. Knowledge of working on High Voltage (HV) systems is an advantage. * Language Requirements*:, English language skills being highly desirable
