GCC – Section Engineer (TMM)

Description

Introduction
Our client is a Mining contractor near Kathu that is currently looking for a Section Engineer with a GCC to join their team at a Openpit mining operation with extensive TMM experience.

Duties & Responsibilities
Responsibility:

Safety
Compliance with all safety regulations as set out in the mines policies
Produce a risk register for the engineering function with risk ratings
Maintenance Management

Initiate and monitor actions to comply with the company maintenance management policy
Prepare an annual maintenance budget and comply with it
Life cycle costing (LCC) should be put in place and monitored on a real time basis to ensure accurate forecasting of component replacement
Ensure that the engineering workshop is equipped with tools and equipment to enable subordinates to work safely and maintain good engineering standards
Produce root cause failure analysis (RCFA’s) for repetitive breakdowns and premature failures
Labour Management

Manage roles and responsibilities of subordinates
Define labour structure and ensure vacancies are filled within reasonable time
Pro-active management of conflict and disciplinary and grievance actions and monitor trends
Put in place a system to initiate and monitor on site suppliers and/or contractors
Desired Experience & Qualification
Minimum Requirements:
National Senior Certificate
Valid drivers’ licence
Engineering Degree / Diploma
GCC Compliance ticket (Mines & Works) is compulsory
At least 5 years’ relevant experience in a supervisory role in an open cast mining environment
Proven Experience with Heavy Earth Moving Equipmentb (TMM)

Knowledge / Competencies /Abilities:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
PC proficient including Microsoft Office
The ability to work under pressure with strict deadlines
 Must be well organised and system orientated
 Must understand problem solving techniques and the application thereof
 Proven leadership ability