Plant Engineer

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

To ensure safety, health of employees (legally responsible as a 2.13.1.) and ensure efficient equipment operation and availability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• BEng / BSc /National Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is essential
• Government Certificate of Competency Mines and Works in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering is essential (2.13.3.1)
• 2 - 5 years operational experience within the Mineral Processing environment is essential carrying a legal appointment as Engineer (2.13.1 / 2.13.3.1)
• Registration as a professional certificated engineer would be an advantage
• 2-year recognised Junior Engineering program training is essential.
• 2 to 3 years Project Management experience would be desirable.
• Valid Medical Certificate or medically fit in order to obtain such a certificate.

COMPETENCIES:

• Extensive Electrical and Mechanical knowledge on Mineral Processing equipment will be essential.
• Applied knowledge of general management methodologies and principles would be advantageous.
• Must have Legal & Operational knowledge related to the Mineral Processing environment within the Mining industry.
• Applied knowledge of strategic management principles would be advantageous
• Computer Literacy (MS Office, MS Project, SAP R/3) is essential.
• Time management and negotiation skills are advantageous
• Data analysis and Presentation skills are essential
• Mentoring and coaching skills are advantageous
• Preventative maintenance skills are essential
• Project management knowledge is desirable

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To ensure zero harm to employees and the environment by meeting legal and SHEQ regulations/ compliance.
• To ensure that equipment is well maintained and efficiently managed, i.e., equipment availability is good to ensure that production targets are met.
• To ensure effective project delivery to enable future growth and reach production targets
• To implement effective financial management processes.
• To ensure effective people management methodologies, inclusive of people development (subordinates vary between 200 400).
• To apply engineering expertise, conduct effective design checks/ apply appropriate specifications on equipment (quality & safety key criteria)
• To perform routine maintenance on Mills including all its auxiliaries, compressors, pumps, crushers, conveyors, furnaces, spray and flash dryers, converters and acid plant equipment.
• Legislative and Regulatory compliance.

Internal applications must be accompanied by a line managers approval of your application.

Our people set us apart and make us a winning team we are excited to have someone new join our ranks