-People. Process. Performance. You’ll keep sight of it all .
Bold and optimistic. You communicate openly and enjoy being part of a fantastic team with an unwavering commitment to safety.
Come and join us working at Venetia Mine, South Africa’s most valuable diamond mine. As we develop the mine underground, it is also one of the largest infrastructure projects in the country.
Reporting directly to the Senior Engineering Manager, you will coordinate maintenance of the underground trackless mobile machinery (TMM) to ensure that equipment is safe, reliable, and available to meet production targets on-time and at optimum cost. You will also champion the safety, environmental and health drive for increased awareness and standards.
To push our company forwards, we always need to think differently. We welcome diverse perspectives, people who think rigorously and aren’t afraid to challenge assumptions.
In return, we provide a world-class working environment with generous financial and personalised work-life benefits as well as developmental opportunities to bring out the best in you.
*Job Description
-Your key responsibilities will include: *
- Overall management of the TMM Maintenance Section.
- Driving maintenance KPI’s of permanent employees, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure vehicle/equipment availability, reliability, and optimisation.
- Responsibility for the rollout of TMM maintenance strategies to minimise equipment downtime and ensure availability of equipment at the right time.
- Manage overall maintenance management performance.
- Investigate and introduce technology to be more efficient and effective
- Financial / Budget Control pertaining to Mining Maintenance activities.
- Managing change processes pertaining to any deviations with Maintenance activities and work scope.
- Implementation of continuous improvement and business improvement initiatives by keeping abreast of developments and introducing change in work processes where appropriate (cost reductions and cost avoidances).
- Ensure and maintain Legal Compliance.
- Risk Management.
- SHEQ Compliance.
*Qualifications
-Required Qualifications: *
- BEng/BSc/BTech/National Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical discipline.
- Completed Government Certificate of Competence, Mines and Works (GCC).
- Completed or in the process of completing a postgraduate qualification (Honours, Masters, MDP, etc.) would be advantageous.
Required Experience:
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Section Engineer (Legal Appointee) of which 3 years in a UG TMM environment, preferably in an operation that utilises caving and/or long hole drilling methods.
- Project management experience would be highly advantageous.
- Experience in the maintenance of Sandvik, AutoMine®, OptiMine® and/or Epiroc underground TMM equipment and technology would be advantageous.
Other Requirements:
- Medical Certificate of Fitness to work underground.
- The appointment of this position is dependent on the successful completion of the Company’s pre-employment protocol i.e. qualifications verification, relevant psychometric assessments, and a clear security clearance.
- Advanced computer literacy.
- Drives the delivery of planned commitments.
- Foster a culture of teamwork.
- Valid South African Drivers Licence.
- Whilst this role may offer the Fly-In-Fly-Out (FIFO) option, relocation to Musina is highly preferable.
*Additional Information
-Location*
The primary location for this opportunity will be the Venetia Mine (VUP) operation , which is based in Musina, Limpopo province .
Who we are
We are the leading diamond company, with unrivalled expertise in the exploration, mining and marketing of rough diamonds driving it forward since 1888.
Venetia Mine is a Tier 1 asset in the Anglo-American portfolio with a strategic and commercial imperative to achieve the business objectives. The Venetia Underground Project (VUP) is a key replacement project to the Venetia Open Pit (VOP). Experienced and effective management and control of the project works and mining operations through major contractors (EPC, Mining Contractor) and owner functions is essential for Safe, timely and effective delivery of the project.
What we offer
When you join De Beers, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll 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. We’re a large, successful multinational company – and we’re still growing all the time.
Inclusion and Diversity
De Beers 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 we are committed to your safety
Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer.
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.
- For all internal applicants, you are required to complete an internal application form and attach detailed CV . This form must be accompanied by a signature from your immediate line manager and Head of Department.
- Preference will be given to Venetia employees who meet the criteria
- Submit applications on or before the CLOSING DATE: 02 July 2021
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent