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Internal / External Advertisement | Closing Dates: 05 May 2026 – 16 May 2026
Lion Smelter in Steelpoort, Limpopo, is currently offering multiple employment opportunities for qualified artisans, coordinators, technical specialists, and support staff across heavy industry, maintenance, engineering, and plant operations. These vacancies provide opportunities for both entry-level and experienced candidates seeking careers in furnace smelting, industrial maintenance, operational support, and technical development.
This recruitment campaign reflects a broad hiring drive aimed at strengthening plant performance, maintenance reliability, engineering support, and operational efficiency. Successful candidates will join a demanding industrial environment focused on HSEC compliance, technical excellence, and production reliability.
WHY THIS RECRUITMENT DRIVE IS IMPORTANT
Career Opportunities Across Multiple Trades
Candidates can pursue careers in boilermaking, electrical systems, maintenance coordination, rigging, instrumentation, stores, and operational support.
Industrial Skills Development
These positions provide valuable exposure to heavy industry and furnace smelting environments.
Long-Term Career Growth
Entry-level positions can lead to artisan qualification, while specialist roles offer progression into leadership.
Safety-Focused Work Environment
Lion Smelter emphasizes HSEC systems, technical reliability, and operational discipline.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR MOST POSITIONS
Successful candidates should demonstrate:
- Grade 12 or relevant qualification
- Technical or trade certification where applicable
- HSEC knowledge
- Communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Overtime and standby flexibility
- Shift readiness during shutdowns
- Teamwork and initiative
APPLICATION PREPARATION GUIDE
Recommended documents:
- Updated CV
- Certified ID
- Grade 12 certificate
- N2/N3 or trade qualifications
- Trade Test certificates
- Engineering Aid Certificate (where applicable)
- Proof of experience
IMPORTANT CLOSING DATES
05 May 2026
Selected artisan vacancies
15 May 2026
Assistant (Stores)
16 May 2026
Majority of listed vacancies
FINAL WORD
Lion Smelter’s 2026 hiring campaign presents one of the strongest industrial employment opportunities currently available in Steelpoort. Whether you are entering through support roles or applying for advanced artisan and coordinator positions, these opportunities provide strong pathways into South Africa’s engineering and heavy industry sectors.
Apply early. Prepare professionally. Position yourself for long-term technical success.
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AVAILABLE TRADES & FULL POSITION DESCRIPTIONS
1. ARTISAN AID (BOILERMAKER)
Job ID:
LIOHR420
Closing Date:
16/05/2026
Last Updated:
29/04/2026
Location:
Lion Smelter, Steelpoort, Limpopo
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Grade 12
- Full N2 Certificate with relevant trade theory
- Applicable Engineering Aid Certificate
SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:
- Heavy industry experience preferred
- Furnace smelting exposure advantageous
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Initiative
- Knowledge of HSEC systems
JOB OBJECTIVES:
Reporting to the Artisan (Boilermaker):
- Assist in maintaining and repairing plant equipment
- Assist in installing new equipment when required
- Assist with planned maintenance system inspections
- Overtime when required
- Shift work during shutdowns
- Standby work when required
- Adhere to safety rules and regulations
- Ensure proper shift handover
2. ARTISAN (BOILERMAKER)
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Grade 12
- Trade Test Certificate
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Welding and fabrication
- Structural repairs
- Plant equipment maintenance
- Shutdown maintenance
- Technical inspections
3. ARTISAN COORDINATOR (ELECTRICAL)
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Grade 12
- Electrician Trade Test
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Electrical team supervision
- Maintenance planning
- Fault finding
- Shutdown coordination
- Compliance management
4. ARTISAN COORDINATOR (MAINTENANCE)
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Grade 12
- Relevant technical qualification
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintenance scheduling
- Equipment inspections
- Resource allocation
- Shutdown planning
- Safety systems
5. ARTISAN (ELECTRICIAN)
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Grade 12
- Electrician Trade Test
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Electrical repairs
- Installations
- Motor inspections
- Fault diagnosis
- Shutdown support
6. ARTISAN (INSTRUMENTATION MECHANICIAN)
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Grade 12
- Instrumentation Trade Test
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Calibration
- PLC systems
- Process control maintenance
- Diagnostics
- Equipment testing
7. ARTISAN (RIGGER)
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Grade 12
- Rigging Trade Test
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Rigging operations
- Crane coordination
- Lifting safety
- Shutdown support
- Equipment inspections
8. ASSISTANT (OPERATOR) LOADING
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Grade 12
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Loading support
- Material movement
- Operator assistance
- Shift operations
- Safety compliance
9. ASSISTANT (STORES)
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Grade 12
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Stock control
- Inventory management
- Material issuing
- Record keeping
- Warehouse organization
ADDITIONAL CAREER INSIGHTS FOR APPLICANTS
WHAT EMPLOYERS LOOK FOR IN HEAVY INDUSTRY
Employers in smelting and heavy industry prioritize discipline, reliability, and safety awareness alongside qualifications. Candidates who show responsibility and consistency often progress faster.
Key traits:
- Strong HSEC awareness
- Willingness to work shifts and overtime
- Ability to follow instructions accurately
- Team cooperation under pressure
- Problem-solving ability on-site
WORKING CONDITIONS IN SMELTING ENVIRONMENTS
These roles involve demanding industrial conditions such as shift work, shutdown pressure, and exposure to heavy machinery and high temperatures. Despite this, they provide valuable long-term technical experience.
Typical conditions:
- Day and night shifts
- Shutdown overtime
- Standby duties
- Strict safety enforcement
- Fast-paced production environment
CAREER PATH PROGRESSION EXAMPLES
These roles can lead to long-term career development.
- Artisan Aid → Artisan → Senior Artisan → Foreman
- Assistant → Controller → Supervisor
- Operator Assistant → Senior Operator → Shift Supervisor
IMPORTANCE OF SAFETY (HSEC CULTURE)
Safety compliance is essential in all roles.
Core expectations:
- Wearing PPE at all times
- Reporting hazards immediately
- Following lock-out/tag-out procedures
- Attending safety briefings
- Proper shift handovers
TIPS TO STAND OUT AS AN APPLICANT
- Keep CV clear and professional
- Highlight qualifications and trade skills
- Include industrial experience
- Show willingness for shift work
- Avoid errors in application documents
FINAL EXTRA NOTE
This recruitment drive is a strong opportunity for candidates seeking entry or growth in South Africa’s industrial and engineering sectors. Proper preparation and early application significantly improve selection chances.