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Harm Steenkamp

Red Seal Earthmoving Mechanic | Acting Drill Manager
Pretoria

Summary

I’m a qualified Red Seal Earthmoving Mechanic with over 8 years’ hands-on experience maintaining, servicing, and rebuilding heavy earthmoving and drilling equipment for mining and construction operations.


I’ve worked on a wide range of equipment including Sandvik Leopard DI650, Pantera DP1500i, DK25KS, Epiroc D65, Atlas Copco DM30, CM695, Sunward Drills, CAT 320 Excavator Drills, Hitachi 870 Excavators, JCB and Case Machines, Volvo A40/A60, and Front-End Loaders.


My expertise includes rebuilds, maintenance, fault finding, hydraulic system repairs, and safety inspections, both in-field and workshop environments.


I also perform component-level rebuilds — including drifters, rotary heads, pumps, motors, and compressors — ensuring top performance and minimal downtime.

Experienced with leading OEMs: CAT, Hitachi, JCB, Sandvik, Volvo, Case, Sunward, and Atlas Copco.


I take pride in high-quality workmanship, safety compliance, and strong technical leadership, mentoring fellow mechanics and ensuring reliable operation of all machines under my supervision.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications

Work History

Red Seal Earthmoving Mechanic & Acting Drill Manager

Trollope Mining Services
01.2023 - Current
  • Replaced and repaired engines, compressors, pumps, rotary heads, final drives, and cylinders.
  • Conducted full drill rig rebuilds (feeds, pumps, rotary heads, carousels, transfer arms, drifters).
  • Managed field and workshop maintenance, servicing, and safety inspections.
  • Led fault finding, technical reporting, and problem solving.
  • Implemented air filter systems, part redesigns, and modifications.
  • Coordinated parts ordering and maintenance scheduling.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.

Semi-Skilled Mechanic & Field Technician

Surefocus Nineteen CC
01.2020 - 01.2023
  • Rebuilt and maintained drill rig feeds, engines, compressors, pumps, and hydraulic systems.
  • Performed hydraulic flushing, pump installations, and trailer/diesel bowser maintenance.
  • Provided technical support and training to field teams.

Semi-Skilled Mechanical Field Technician

Liyema Drilling
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • epaired rotary heads, compressors, engines, and B80 Staffa motors.
  • Conducted breakdowns, warranty services, and bit sharpening.

Senior Foreman / Acting Site Manager / Semi-Skilled Mechanic

Kibela Coal
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Supervised drill rig maintenance, feed rebuilds, and breakdown responses.
  • Rebuilt drill hammers and performed carousel welding/repairs.
  • Acted as technical advisor to other mechanics.

Earthmoving Mechanic

JW Plant Hire
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Maintained Case 921C front-end loaders.
  • Replaced differentials, propshafts, and universals.
  • Conducted hydraulic pump repairs, CO₂ welding bucket repairs, and breakdown response.

Workshop Mechanic

Oosthuizen Transport
01.2008 - 01.2009
  • Removed/installed engines, gearboxes, and clutches.
  • Repaired brake systems, greased, torqued, and performed routine inspections.
  • Attended breakdowns and vehicle servicing.

Education

No Degree - Grade 10

Ligbron
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Drill Rigs Maintenance & Repairs
  • Hydraulic Systems & Fault Finding
  • Earthmoving Equipment Maintenance
  • Diesel Engines & Compressors
  • Component Rebuilds (Feeds, Rotary Heads, Pumps, Motors, Final Drives, Drifters)
  • Field & Workshop Maintenance
  • Safety Inspections & Compliance
  • Fault Finding & Technical Reporting
  • Team Leadership & Mentoring
  • CO₂ Welding & Fabrication
  • Mechanical systems
  • Maintenance and repairs
  • Hand and power tools
  • Troubleshooting
  • Task prioritization

  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Workplace safety
  • Quality assurance
  • Engine repair
  • Hydraulic repair
  • Grease and lubricant application
  • Problem diagnosis
  • Equipment inspection and testing
  • System upgrades
  • Welding and fabrication
  • Component repairs
  • Equipment adjustment
  • Diagnostics
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Hydraulic pumps

Certification

Red Seal Earthmoving Mechanic (SA)

Timeline

Red Seal Earthmoving Mechanic (SA)
11-2023

Sling and Communicate during crane Operations

06-2023

Red Seal Earthmoving Mechanic & Acting Drill Manager

Trollope Mining Services
01.2023 - Current

Semi-Skilled Mechanic & Field Technician

Surefocus Nineteen CC
01.2020 - 01.2023

Semi-Skilled Mechanical Field Technician

Liyema Drilling
01.2019 - 01.2020

Comp A Certificate

04-2018

Senior Foreman / Acting Site Manager / Semi-Skilled Mechanic

Kibela Coal
01.2017 - 01.2019

ISO 3834 Seminar

10-2016

Earthmoving Mechanic

JW Plant Hire
01.2014 - 01.2015

Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Course

10-2012

SHE Representative & Workplace Inspection Course

10-2012

Workshop Mechanic

Oosthuizen Transport
01.2008 - 01.2009

No Degree - Grade 10

Ligbron
04.2001 -
Harm SteenkampRed Seal Earthmoving Mechanic | Acting Drill Manager