Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) Battery Maintenance Internship

Company: IVANPLATS (Pty) Ltd. (a subsidiary of Ivanhoe Mines)

Location: Mokopane, Limpopo

Job Type: Internship (12 months)

Posted: 3 February 2026

Closing Date: 6 February 2026

About the Project

IVANPLATS (Pty) Ltd. is developing a world‑class palladium‑rhodium‑nickel‑copper‑gold mine near Mokopane. The project will use large mechanised, state‑of‑the‑art underground mining methods and the latest technology to create a “mine of the future.”

Position Overview

The BEV Battery Maintenance Intern will support the BEV Specialist in maintaining, repairing, and performing preventive maintenance on battery packs and chargers for Epiroc underground BEV machines. The role involves hands‑on work in an industrial environment and requires a strong focus on safety, accuracy, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental requirements and site procedures.
• Assist the BEV Specialist during breakdowns and troubleshooting activities.
• Maintain, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on battery packs and chargers.
• Clean and service battery packs and chargers regularly.
• Keep accurate records of maintenance, repairs, inspections, and service reports.
• Be available for standby or outside normal hours as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of N6 Electrical Engineering, Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering, or BSc Electrical Engineering.
• Strong fault‑finding and problem‑solving skills.
• Physically fit to work underground.

Preferred Experience

• No prior experience required.
• Experience with preventive maintenance and troubleshooting in an industrial environment is advantageous.

Application Process

To apply, please visit ivpjobs.com. Submit your qualifications, ID, and proof of residence before the closing date. Applications received after 6 February 2026 will not be considered.

Preference will be given to Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA) from local communities surrounding the Ivanplats Platreef mine. Only South African citizens and permanent RSA residents may apply.

If you do not hear from the company within 14 days after the closing date, please assume that your application was not successful.