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
Perform maintenance effectively and creatively to maximise the availability of equipment at the lowest cost in the area of responsibility.
Your duties will include:
- Performance and Delivery
- Electrical Oversight:
- Code Compliance: Ensure all electrical work complies with local, state, and national electrical codes and regulations. Stay updated on code changes and apply them to projects.
- Project Planning and Design: Develop plans and blueprints for electrical projects, including new installations, renovations, or upgrades. Collaborate with architects and other professionals in project planning.
- Installation and Wiring: Oversee the installation of electrical systems, including wiring, outlets, switches, and fixtures. Ensure that installations meet safety standards and project specifications.
- Troubleshooting and Repairs: Diagnose electrical issues, faults, or malfunctions in existing systems. Perform repairs or replacements of faulty components to restore functionality.
- Equipment Maintenance: Implement preventive maintenance programs for electrical systems and equipment to extend lifespan and prevent unexpected failures.
- Supervision and Training: Supervise and guide electrical teams, apprentices, or junior electricians. Share knowledge and mentor less experienced professionals.
- inspection reports. Ensure documentation complies with regulatory requirements.
- Testing and Certification: Conduct tests and inspections to verify the proper functioning of electrical systems. Obtain and ensure the renewal of necessary certifications and licenses.
- Continuous improvement:
- Stay informed about advancements in electrical technology, safety practices, and industry trends. Pursue continuing education and professional development to maintain and expand knowledge.
- Provides leadership on reporting of events and hazards.
- Artisan Training, Development and Assessment:
- Identify and utilise on-the-job learning opportunities to achieve required competency levels.
- Check the quality of work done by Artisans and provide training and development to address deficiencies.
- Give feedback to the supervisor to ensure Artisan's competence.
- Advise concerned parties proactively on maintenance-related matters aligned with best practices and within agreed-upon timeframes to avoid possible problems.
- Ensure that learners under supervision adhere to all relevant safety standards and procedures.
- Assistance and Practices
- Assist supervisor and co-workers when required within company policies, procedures, and guidelines to enhance teamwork objectives.
- Provide advice in all maintenance-related matters and tactics to concerned parties proactively aligned with best practices and within agreed-upon timeframes to avoid possible problems and uplift the competence-base.
Grade 12 Certificate / N3 Technical
- N3 Technical, e.g. in Engineering Studies (NQF4)
- Trade Certificate as an Electrician
- MV Certificate (advantageous)
- SA Drivers Licence
- 5 Years experience as an Electrician.
- SHE standards, policies, and procedures.
- Company Policies and Procedures.
- Discipline-specific functionality of equipment, tools, and machinery.
- Technical competence assessment
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.