Senior Control Systems Technician

Potgietersrus, Limpopo, South Africa

Job Description


Company Description
-Come and join this highly motivated team as a Senior Control Systems Technician at Mogalakwena Complex. You will be responsible for providing dedicated technical and operational systems support, as well as ensuring that all systems are maintained and optimized.

Wexe2x80x99re the best in the industry. Youxe2x80x99ll make us better. High performing teams that work together to make decisions and get things done more effectively are crucial to Anglo Americanxe2x80x99s success. Anglo American Platinum Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to xe2x80x9cre-imagine mining to improve peoplexe2x80x99s lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible xe2x80x93 from mobile phones to medicines. We strive to create collaborative working environments, where inclusion and diversity is celebrated. We recognize that diverse views encourage and support high performance and innovative thinking. So, we always treat people with respect, dignity, and common courtesy, regardless of background, lifestyle, or position. In this way we encourage accountability, build trust, and enable our colleagues to deliver results and reach their full potential.


-As part of this team, you will be expected to successfully manage these duties:

  • Management of the equipment within the process control domain
  • Best practice for instrumentation developed within relevant legal and safety frameworks.
  • Audit high risk and safety critical areas
  • Identify areas of poor availability
  • Conducting modifications to the control solution for process problems
  • System troubleshooting and hardware problems resolution.
  • Support on existing instrumentation, networks, and hardware
  • Calibration and maintenance of all equipment within the control solution
  • Schedule and priorities maintenance tasks.
  • Control monthly maintenance budgets for process control section.
  • Assist with commissioning for on-site projects.
This position is in the Operations Department at a Band 7 (D1) level, reporting to the Instrumentation Engineer

Qualifications
-To join this team, you will have the following qualifications:
  • National Technical xe2x80x98Nxe2x80x99Diploma or NQF Level 5 equivalent / National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Process Instrumentation) or NQF 6
  • Recognized Mechanician Trade Test Certificate together with National N Diploma
  • Relevant control systems certification from an OEM
  • Registered as a Professional Engineering Technician with ECSA xe2x80x93 advantageous.
  • MCSE/MCSD Information Technology certification will be advantageous.
To be successful in this role, your experience will include but not limited to:
  • Minimum of 3 yearsxe2x80x99 relevant post qualification experience in a Mineral/Metallurgical Processing Environment
  • Advanced knowledge in fault finding and troubleshooting in instrumentation.
  • Experience in Siemens PLCxe2x80x99s
  • Knowledge in ABB Robotics
  • Competent Radiation Protection Officer will be an added advantage.
  • Experience in Siemens Step 7 programming, SCADA Systems (WinCC), Prepmaster xe2x80x93 added adv, Profibus DP and PA network diagnostics, Profinet & Ethernet, Historian database e.g. PI
  • Experience in Process Instrumentation in a Mineral/Metallurgical Processing Environment
  • Critical spares management
  • Good understanding of applicable laws, standards, and specifications
  • Must be prepared to work at heights and in confirmed spaces if required.
Important: Applications without copies of related qualifications will not be considered

Additional Information
  • -Good written and verbal communication skills in English
  • Must be prepared to work overtime and do standby duties when required.
  • Advanced computer literacy
  • Valid Driverxe2x80x99s license with your own transport xe2x80x93 essential
  • Must be in possession or able to obtain a Medical Certificate of Fitness
What we offer When you join Anglo American you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, but more than this, youxe2x80x99ll 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 are a large, successful multinational company xe2x80x93 and we are still growing all the time. Who we are Anglo American is a global diversified mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine. We work together with our key partners and stakeholders to unlock the sustainable value that those resources represent for our shareholders, the communities, and countries in which we operate and for society at large. Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve peoplexe2x80x99s lives. How we are committed to your safety Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a dayxe2x80x99s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, wexe2x80x99re also continually investing in new technologies xe2x80x93 from drones to data analytics xe2x80x93 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. Background checks Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications. 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. Closing Date: 09 November 2023

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1272757
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Potgietersrus, Limpopo, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned