Discipline Mechanical Engineering

Company Description

Kumba Iron Ore

We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.

Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to re-imagine mining to improve peoples lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible.

Job Description

Purpose

Manage, implement, and optimise mechanical engineering services professionally and effectively, adhering to all safety and legislative requirements

Your duties will include:

Promptly investigate all incidents.

Ensure subordinates are competent for safe task facilitation.

Active participation in VFLs, Risk Assessments and close-out of Safety Actions.

Stop unsafe work in any area not just in your area. We are safety leaders.

Issue safety-related instructions to any employees or contractors at the workplace.

Initiate action, including training, against subordinates and contractors for their role in unsafe behaviour.

Align equipment maintenance strategy with production profile.

Improve engineering discipline by providing quality work and feedback to the maintenance management system.

Proactively manage production risks.

Ensure quality control/assurance in routine testing and contractor management.

Review progress against the plan and make changes and adjustments accordingly.

Assign tasks to subordinates in line with achieving the agreed production plan.

Monitor and optimise work schedules.

Assign tasks to supervisors to meet required tasks and reporting.

Stop or redirect work that is not being executed according to quality standards or is not being solved by the shift supervisor if needed.

Manage and govern mechanical engineering processes safely, efficiently and cost-effectively to meet short-term and long-term production objectives.

Implement and contribute to continuous improvement and asset optimisation initiatives and projects to ensure the implementation of best-practice engineering processes.

Ensure that customer relations are maintained and enhanced to contribute to overall project success.

Ensure that all contracts are in place to monitor actual contractor performance.

Effectively uses engineering systems and software and appreciates its benefits.

Liaise with stakeholders to provide relevant and specialised technical support and input for operations and projects.

Ensure that specifications are in place for pre-commissioning trials and that hot and cold commissioning is done to undertake the commissioning of plants.

Ensure that the commissioning handover is as planned.

Develop and test new growth ideas for viability in preparation for, and to be taken through, the various project phases to ensure project success.

Provide mechanical support to project teams to ensure and achieve mechanical integrity standards.

Communicate effectively with team members, provide information, listen actively, and respond to feedback.

Establish clear expectations and goals, ensure everyone works towards the same objectives, and track progress over time.

Handle changes to the plan effectively, minimise disruption, and keep everyone focused on the end goal.

Monitor performance and promptly address any issues or roadblocks, identify areas for improvement, and make necessary changes.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Mechanical Engineering B-degree / National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer or Technologist

SA Drivers Licence

Experience

Technical Knowledge

5 Years experience in maintenance in a section in/on a mine. Preferably in a supervisory role.

Understanding of value drivers in mechanical engineering and their interdependence.

Advanced computer skills (MS Office, Projects, Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Knowledge of mechanical engineering in the mining industry and relevant legislation (Mine Health and Safety Act).

Experienced in identifying and implementing business and strategic improvement opportunities and projects in mines.

Proficient in project management fundamentals.

Good knowledge of change management methodologies.

Additional Information

Who we are

We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity and showing care and respect for people and the planet. That means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies. As the custodians of coal and other precious natural resources diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore and nickel our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively, with the utmost consideration for local communities, our customers and the world at large.

How We Are Committed To Your Safety

Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a days work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, were also continually investing in new technologies from drones to data analytics that are helping to make mining safer.

Inclusion and Diversity

Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.

How To Apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of the process.