Job Description

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS



Matric certificate/ equivalent



Section 13 Trade Test or section 26D as a qualified Electrician



Preferably 5 to 10 years' experience working as a qualified artisan.



5 years' experience as appointed Foreman in Mining underground or opencast operation and contracting industry (Mechanical & Electrical) / MV Certification would be an added advantage).



Must have competent B.



Computer literate.



Valid Driver's license - Code 8.



Medically fit for underground



EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS



At least 5 years' experience in a trackless / mechanized underground mining environment.



Instrumentation experience



Knowledge of Sandvik rigs and leaky feeder system.



Programing and maintenance of PLC systems.



Knowledge of MV switch gear and CBS Systems.



Sound knowledge and experience of underground Engineering related operations & maintenance, equipment operation.



Underground planned maintenance principles regarding work planning / schedules.



Understand the fundamentals regarding forecasting relevant resources via SAP systems to minimize downtimes.



Ability to manage at front line, conducting inspection, repairs, and service maintenance work leadership experience with subordinates.



Exceptional knowledge of the Mine, Health & Safety Act and Regulations.



ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES



Plan and execute routine, preventative and conduct corrective maintenance.



Delicate, monitor all electrical activities, inspections, repairs, and service maintenance work leadership with subordinates.



Provide a safe, secure, and sustainable environment for your team.



Monitor compliance with company policies, standard operating procedures, and statutory requirements, and implement immediate measures to correct or eliminate any instances of non-conformance.



Optimize cost effectiveness of equipment consumables and parts by providing specifications on equipment and parts required.



Ensure company skills development initiative are in place as per Employment Equity and site-specific requirements.