Glencore Engineering Opportunities 2026

Apply for Artisan Aid jobs at Glencore Steelpoort, Limpopo in 2026! Opportunities for Welders, Fitters, Diesel Mechanics, Auto Electricians, Boilermakers & Millwrights. Build your mining career, gain hands-on experience, and grow with a global industry leader. Apply now before positions close!

These Glencore roles are designed for individuals who want hands-on experience in supporting skilled artisans with installations, maintenance, and repairs across mining and plant operations. Whether you’re a welder, fitter, diesel mechanic, boilermaker, auto electrician, or millwright, these openings provide a unique chance to learn from industry leaders while contributing to one of the world’s largest and most respected natural resource companies.

Here’s everything you need to know about these opportunities, who they are for, and why applying could be the perfect next step for your career.

Why Apply for an Artisan Aid Position at Glencore?

Glencore is a global leader in mining, metallurgical, and oil production, operating more than 150 production assets worldwide. With over 135,000 employees globally, the company places a strong emphasis on developing talent and promoting leadership within its teams. By joining Glencore as an Artisan Aid, you gain:

• Exposure to large-scale mining and industrial operations
• Hands-on experience working with skilled artisans
• Opportunities for career progression within the mining and plant sector
• A supportive and professional environment focused on safety and standards
• The chance to contribute to responsibly sourced commodities that touch everyday life

These positions are ideal for candidates who are eager to learn, detail-oriented, and physically capable of working in surface and underground mining environments.

Available Positions and Key Responsibilities

Artisan Aid (Welder) – Steelpoort, Limpopo

Ending Date: 16 January 2026 | Job ID: ECM2941

As a Welder Artisan Aid, your role will focus on assisting skilled welders with installation, repairs, and maintenance of mining equipment. You will learn to identify faults, report them to your artisan, and assist in both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks. Daily reporting and section inspections will be part of your routine, helping you build practical experience that is essential for future artisan roles.

Artisan Aid (Fitter) – Steelpoort, Limpopo

Ending Date: 16 January 2026 | Job ID: ECM2937

This role involves assisting fitters with installations, repairs, and maintenance of mining equipment. You will also help with fault identification, section inspections, and daily maintenance reporting. The position is perfect for individuals who enjoy hands-on technical work and want to advance their skills in a professional mining environment.

Artisan Aid (Diesel Mechanic) – Steelpoort, Limpopo

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Ending Date: 16 January 2026 | Job ID: ECM2936

The role includes fault identification, section inspections, and reporting daily performance. This position offers valuable exposure to heavy machinery maintenance in both surface and underground environments.

Artisan Aid (Boilermaker) – Steelpoort, Limpopo

Ending Date: 16 January 2026

Boilermaker Artisan Aids assist skilled boilermakers with installations, repairs, and equipment maintenance. The role also involves supporting inspections, observing maintenance, and helping with scheduled and unscheduled tasks. This position is ideal for candidates looking to gain practical experience in metalwork and heavy equipment maintenance.

Artisan Aid (Auto Electrician) – Steelpoort, Limpopo

Ending Date: 17 January 2026 | Job ID: ECM2931

This position focuses on supporting Auto Electricians in the maintenance and repair of trackless mobile machines for both surface and underground operations. The role covers planned maintenance, breakdowns, and project work, providing hands-on experience with electrical systems in heavy mining equipment.

Artisan Aid (Millwright) – Steelpoort, Limpopo

Ending Date: 16 January 2026 | Job ID: ECM2938

Millwright Artisan Aids support millwrights with equipment installation, maintenance, and repair. Your daily duties will include assisting with inspections, maintenance tasks, and reporting faults. This role is perfect for candidates looking to build a career in mechanical maintenance and plant operations.

What Makes a Successful Artisan Aid Candidate?

To thrive in any of these positions, candidates should:

• Have a strong attention to detail and ability to follow safety protocols
• Be physically fit to work in both surface and underground mining environments
• Have completed the relevant N2 certification and Aider certificate
• Bring prior experience in a mining or plant environment (preferred)

Joining Glencore as an Artisan Aid sets the foundation for a long-term career in mining, offering exposure to advanced tools, machinery, and techniques that can lead to certification as a fully qualified artisan.

Requirements for All Positions

• Grade 12
• Full N2 certificate including relevant trade theory
• Applicable Aider certificate
• Previous experience as an Artisan Aid in a mining or plant environment
• Medically fit to work in both surface and underground operations

How to Apply?

All positions are currently open, but the closing dates are fast approaching. Make sure to submit your application before the deadlines listed above.

Apply here for the relevant positions at Glencore:

• Artisan Aid (Welder) – COMPLETE YOUR GLENCORE WLDER APPLICATIONS HERE
• Artisan Aid (Fitter) –  COMPLETE YOUR GLENCORE FITTER APPLICATIONS HERE
• Artisan Aid (Diesel Mechanic) –  COMPLETE YOUR GLENCORE DIESEL MECHANIC APPLICATIONS HERE
• Artisan Aid (Boilermaker) –  COMPLETE YOUR GLENCORE BOILERMAKER APPLICATIONS HERE
• Artisan Aid (Auto Electrician) –  COMPLETE YOUR GLENCORE ALECTRICIAN APPLICATIONS HERE
• Artisan Aid (Millwright) –  COMPLETE YOUR GLENCORE MILLWRIGHT APPLICATIONS HERE

Start your career with Glencore today and gain hands-on experience in one of the world’s leading mining companies. These opportunities not only allow you to learn from skilled artisans but also pave the way for long-term career growth in the mining and industrial sector