Engineering Specialist Production

Our Platinum business mines, processes and refines the entire range of Platinum Group Metals (PGMs): Platinum, Palladium, Rhodium, Ruthenium, Iridium and Osmium.

We are the worlds leading primary producer of PGMs, which have a range of specialized applications that improve lives across the world.

Be part of the team. The team that makes it happen.

High performing teams that work together to make decisions and get things done more effectively are crucial to Anglo Americans success.

Anglo American Platinum

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 from mobile phones to medicines.

We strive to create collaborative working environments, where inclusion and diversity is celebrated. We recognize that diverse views encourage and support high performance and innovative thinking. So, we always treat people with respect, dignity and common courtesy, regardless of background, lifestyle or position. In this way we encourage accountability, build trust and enable our colleagues to deliver results and reach their full potential.

Heres an exciting opportunity to join us.

Were looking for a talented Engineering Specialist: Production who shares our values and our belief in a better future for mining.

Job Description

The Engineering Specialist Surface is appointed in terms of the OSH Act and is responsible for providing operational service the Workshops Section engineer, with a year planning horizon. The role ensures effective and safe Manufacturing and Maintenance of mining / engineering equipment.

You will be responsible for:

• Assisting the Section Engineer in developing an operational plan for the year to support the achievement of throughput objectives
• Undertake to plan, up to 1-2 years ahead, the budget requirements according to the planned maintenance schedules verses operational targets
• Reviewing operational plan and re-assign targets and objectives to subordinates
• Regularly communicating progress of section against operational targets and objectives
• Evaluating, monitor and provide continuous feedback to the section regarding the performance efficiencies, standards of the section labour, equipment, budget and process targets
• Plan daily, weekly and monthly work requirements and priorities
• Allocate labour resources and equipment to scheduled and priority activities so as to maintain and ensure high levels of labour, equipment and operational performance standards
• Establish procedures for abnormal work requirements which fall outside of standard procedures
• Identify operational priorities within the section that would ensure the optimization of the sections performance
• Regularly review operational and technical data to extract trends, identify problems and comply management reports

This role is at a Band 6 level and reports into the Engineering Manager: Operations.

Qualifications

You must have:

• Completed Matric (Grade 12) or N4 equivalent
• Completed Trade Qualification
• Engineering Specialist Certificate advantageous
• BEng/BSc qualification in Engineering will be advantageous

Experience Required

• At least 5 years experience as Engineering Foreman
• Processing Plant experience is essential

Knowledge And Skills

• Basic computer literacy
• Exposure to Plant Maintenance processes is essential
• Solid understanding of Mechanical or Electrical Drawings is essential
• English literate
• Valid driving license code 08

What We Offer

When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, youll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. Were a large, successful multinational company and were still growing all the time.

Background Checks

If your application is successful, criminal and other background checks, where appropriate, will be required

Inclusion & Diversity

We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfill 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 this process.

Closing date: 21 March 2023