AC/DC Auto Electrician

Job Location: Eritrea, East Africa
Job Closing Date: 13 November 2026
Salary: Market Related
Contract Period: Definite (2 Years)

Introduction to Bisha Mining Share Company

BMSC is an Eritrean company formed for the development and operation of the Bisha Mine in western Eritrea, Africa. The Bisha Mine is a high-grade copper, gold, silver and zinc mine that commenced production in February 2011. The Bisha Mine has received continuous support from the Eritrean government, who granted the Company's mining license in January 2008. The project is the first modern mine in Eritrea.

After two years of low-cost gold production, the Bisha Mine transitioned to low-cost, high-grade copper production in 2013. Starting in 2016, Bisha also produces zinc concentrate. Further resource potential exists at depth and from nearby discoveries within the Company's licensed areas.

The site is a well-established site with excellent catering and recreational facilities. The site also offers Wi-Fi internet coverage throughout the village as well international TV and a full gymnasium. Security ranks with best in the world and employees mountain bike freely. Expatriates work a roster of 6 weeks on and 3 weeks off; we offer on-site medical services as well as company medical, accident death and disability and life insurance (employee only); Employees are provided with private rooms with en-suite toilet and shower facilities; Working hours at Bisha are Monday to Saturday from 6am to 6pm with a one-hour lunch break and Sundays from 6am to 12pm with the afternoon off.

The successful candidate will earn a salary which is market related. Contract is for a period of 02 (two) Years.

Kindly Note - Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please consider your application unsuccessful if you do not receive a response within 2 weeks after the application closing date.

PRIMARY PURPOSE

• The primary duty of an AC/DC Auto Electrician is to use electronic diagnostic equipment to diagnose AC & DC electrical issues within a vehicle & equipment.
• To install brand new electrical wiring or manufacture harnesses as needed, replace and repair defective components, as well as maintain, diagnose, and repair already existing electrical components.
• To work on HME, Support Equipment, lifting equipment and any equipment normally associated with open pit mining.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• An AC/DC Auto Electrician’s tasks typically include Performing electronic diagnostics on vehicles to identify faults. Repairing AC & DC electrical and electronic faults in vehicles, replacing damaged/faulty parts where necessary. Performing checks and tests to verify the success of repair work. Good strong technical ability.

TASK DESCRIPTION EXPANDED TO CORE PERFORMANCE AREAS

Planning

• Follows the “Planned Maintenance Schedule”.
• Follows daily job cards.

Implementation of the Plan

• Identify the highest priority for each day and focus on completing relevant tasks.
• Ensures good housekeeping.
• Carries out actual maintenance and repairs in an efficient and effective way to minimise downtime. Makes use of Electronic Technical (Cat ET) system to diagnose problems.
• Performs regular inspections to detect potential problems before they cause breakdowns.
• Minimises downtime by ensuring the best techniques are being used to repair breakdowns.
• Ensure safety requirements are fulfilled at the workplace, including leading Field Level Risk Assessment (FLRA) and proper use of the appropriate PPE. Report any safety issues/incidents.
• Comply with mine’s cardinal rules and other safety, environmental or other rules and standards as directed. Identifies any hazards in the workplace.
• Conducts preventative maintenance on the Workshop by checking the following: circuit & wiring diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, manufacturer’s instructions and engineering specifications. Troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Carries out AC/DC “Fault finding” by using relevant testing instruments.
• Removes defective parts and examines form and texture of parts to determine causes of failure.
• Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by using relevant measuring instruments.
• Understands and is familiar with basic auto electrical and alternating current electrical systems.
• Installing new vehicle wiring systems
• Diagnosing electrical issues and proposing a course of action
• Repairing and replacing faulty wiring or electrical systems
• Servicing and repairing electrical systems on a wide range of automotive equipment
• Attends technical and other training as required by supervisor.
• Installing and troubleshooting site radios and fire suppression systems
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical system within the automotive industry.
• Work in confined spaces,
• Carry out any other task as directed by General Foreman or above.

Reporting

• Compile daily; progress auto electrical reports as requested.

Unique Requirements/Other Information

• The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• Candidate must be Medically and Physically Fit.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Qualifications:

• Proof of trade certification as Auto Electrical Technician or relative diploma
• Proof of trade certification or relative diploma supporting competency on Alternating Current (AC) to support electrical dump trucks
• Any certification on Heavy Mining Equipment Auto Electrical will be advantageous
• Must be a holder of his country vehicle license

Knowledge and Experience:

• 5 Years’ experience as Auto Electrician in mining business
• 3 Years’ experience in HME and Support Equipment maintenance
• Certificate in Air Condition Maintenance will be advantageous
• Certificates for technologies: engine, electricity, air conditioning systems will be advantageous

Technical Skills

• Read electrical and hydraulic diagrams
• Knowledge of reasons for auto electrical failures
• Knowledge of electrical and air conditioning systems
• Knowledge of technologies: engine, electricity, air conditioning maintenance and fault finding
• Use the technical documentation of the manufacturers
• Writing of service reports
• Able to work on AC electrical applications (Up to 1000V)
• Knowledge of power generation, converted to AC and stored in onboard battery packs.

Behavioural Skills

• Independent and responsible, able to make decisions.
• Leader, ability to chair meetings
• Observer, with a good spirit of analysis and synthesis.
• Rigorous, organized, methodical and persistent.
• Good interpersonal skills and business-oriented
• Ability to impart his knowledge, motivate his teams
• Mobile, available and motivated
• Communication (English)
• Assertiveness
• Interpersonal Relations
• Integrity
• Prioritizing skills & multi-skilling
• Ability to work towards strict deadlines
• High level of accuracy