MGC MINING
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced Lesotho candidates for the hereunder position tenable at MGC Mining Lets’eng Diamond Mine
JOB TITLE: Drill Rig Auto electrician
DEPARTMENT: Drilling Workshop
REPORTS TO: Maintenance Supervisor
SURBODINATES: None
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: To maintain, repair, find fault and set up Epiroc D65 Flexi Rock, Smart Rock, T35, and Boyle Drill
Service and Maintenance:
- Perform maintenance, diagnosis, and repair on Epiroc D65 Flexi Rock, Smart Rock, T35 and boyle drill at +85% availability
- Properly document work performed, including parts usage and time worked
- Perform quality control inspections on repairs and maintenance functions
- Perform preventative, daily maintenance and back log repairs as per schedules
- Prepare timely and concise reports regarding inspections to ensure that proper steps are taken to remedy any deficiencies
- Interact closely with on-site supervisors for training and guidance when needed
Fault Finding:
- Be proactive for breakdown counter measures or enhancements that may be needed and assist in the development of procedures required
- Complete work including installation and commissioning of components (mechanical, hydraulic and electrical/PLC on daily basis, maintenance schedule or breakdown and back log work
Housekeeping:
- Ensure standard housekeeping at all times
Health and Safety:
- Maintain safety, health and environment (SHE) standards at all times
- Ensure own and others’ safety and health, and comply with HSE laws, regulations, policies and procedures when carrying out duties.
Reporting and Compliance:
- Prepare monthly, weekly and daily reports on work done and tools used
- Maintain up to date electronic and paper-based records
KEY REQUIREMENTS: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Diploma/Certificate in Auto electrician with accredited training from Epiroc in both basic and advanced drill rig maintenance
- 4 years’ experience as a drill rig mechanic/auto electrician on Epiroc drills
- Exceptional understanding of AC/DC/PLC electrical circuits and ability to trouble shoot and conduct circuit analysis
- Proficient with electrical test equipment and reading schematics (hydraulic and electrical)
- Sound knowledge of pneumatic and electrical systems
- Time management, good problem solving and analytical skills, good communication skills, team player and good interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail, fair industry knowledge, deadline driven, ability to multi- task and commitment
- Possession of a Code B/10 License, medically fi t, will also be required to work a 14/7 shift (7 days dayshift and 7 days night shift with 7 days off site)
Closing Date: 24th March 2023
Reply Instructions:
- Application letters accompanied by CV’s, certified copies of academic and professional certificates and transcripts, identification are to be addressed to the Human Resources Manager, MGC Mining and e-mailed to [email protected] bearing the Subject ‘Drill Rig Auto Electrician Position’
- Applications received after the closing date will not be considered
- Only short-listed candidates will be responded to
- Selection interviews will be held at the date, time and place to be determined by MGC Mining
- Short listed candidates will be required to authenticate information provided in their application
- MGC Mining reserves its right to do background screening on candidates applying for this position