Rubber Liner, Steelpoort

Our client in the mining industry is seeking to employ a Rubber Liner to join their team.
Please note that this is a (fixed-term contract).
Location: Steelpoort, Limpopo

 Efficiency Staffing Solutions (Pty) Ltd
Registration No. 2022/876857/07

Duties & Responsibilities

• Inspect and prepare steel surfaces, degrease, grit blast to SA 2.5 / SA 3, and verify surface profile before lining.
• Cut, fit and install cold bond or hot vulcanised rubber lining sheets to chutes, hoppers, launders, and pipes per engineering drawings.
• Apply adhesives, primers, and bonding agents according to manufacturer specifications and cure times.
• Use skiving tools, rollers, and presses to ensure full contact and eliminate air pockets.
• Perform hot vulcanisation: operate autoclaves, heating blankets, and temperature controls safely.
• Conduct spark testing and visual QC checks to ensure lining integrity and delamination.
• Read and interpret drawings, lining specifications, and work packs from engineers and planners.
• Handle rubber, adhesives, and solvents safely with correct PPE and ventilation.
• Work at height, confined spaces and around running plant following permit-to-work, isolation and safety rules.

Experience & Qualification

• 3+ years Rubber Lining experience in Mining.
• Proven skill in both cold bond and hot vulcanization. methods, Autoclave operation experience will be a plus.
• Knowledge of surface preparation standards ISO 8501 + coating / lining specifications.
• Good hand-eye coordination, attention to detail, and quality focus.
• Confined Space Entry and Working at Heights certification will be advantageous.
• Physically able to perform dusty / noisy conditions.

Additional Information

• Only applicants who meet the requirements outlined above will be considered.
• If you do not hear from us within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

 If you meet the above requirements, please submit your application, including your CV, qualifications / certificates, service certificates and a copy of your ID.
 
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