South Africa Job Openings
De Beers Group of Companies
Mechanical Artisan
Johannesburg
FULL TIME
October 17, 2024
Company Description
-De Beers Technology
De Beers Technology has operations in both Cape Town and Johannesburg, South Africa and is part of the De Beers Group. We deliver technical services and technology systems to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the De Beers Diamond value chain from exploration to diamond recovery. Activities include marine geophysical survey, sampling, mining, projects, engineering, technology development and maintenance. We provide specialized diamond processing and recovery technology for the De Beers Group Exploration and Mining Operations. We are the industry leader in marine mining practices resulting in the most successful and advanced marine mining equipment and operations globally.
The Company has an excellent record in successful project delivery which with over 140 projects delivered in the last 22 years focused on the establishment and development of a fleet of sampling and mining ships and all associated equipment. On the base of this successful track record, we have a strategic intention to expand our project offering to De Beers land-based operations.
-De Beers Technology
De Beers Technology has operations in both Cape Town and Johannesburg, South Africa and is part of the De Beers Group. We deliver technical services and technology systems to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the De Beers Diamond value chain from exploration to diamond recovery. Activities include marine geophysical survey, sampling, mining, projects, engineering, technology development and maintenance. We provide specialized diamond processing and recovery technology for the De Beers Group Exploration and Mining Operations. We are the industry leader in marine mining practices resulting in the most successful and advanced marine mining equipment and operations globally.
The Company has an excellent record in successful project delivery which with over 140 projects delivered in the last 22 years focused on the establishment and development of a fleet of sampling and mining ships and all associated equipment. On the base of this successful track record, we have a strategic intention to expand our project offering to De Beers land-based operations.
Job Description
-This role reports into the Manufacturing Function part of the Products and Services Department.
Based on current and anticipated future workload within the De Beers Technologies, Manufacturing team, a need to employ a young and dynamic mechanical artisan to assist in mechanical assembly of De Beers Technologies products has arisen. Due to the small nature of the manufacturing team, the prospective incumbent may also be required to carry out additional trade related tasks.
The requisite skills sought for this position are the ability to read and interpret assembly drawings, then assemble, and integrate mechanical and pneumatic systems and other related activities to deliver quality products.
Your role will include:
-This role reports into the Manufacturing Function part of the Products and Services Department.
Based on current and anticipated future workload within the De Beers Technologies, Manufacturing team, a need to employ a young and dynamic mechanical artisan to assist in mechanical assembly of De Beers Technologies products has arisen. Due to the small nature of the manufacturing team, the prospective incumbent may also be required to carry out additional trade related tasks.
The requisite skills sought for this position are the ability to read and interpret assembly drawings, then assemble, and integrate mechanical and pneumatic systems and other related activities to deliver quality products.
Your role will include:
- Read, interpret, and assemble trade specific items according to design diagrams and drawings,
- Agility to adapt to changing production schedules and priorities,
- Perform trade related assembly, maintenance, and repair of mechanical aspects of equipment and parts according to maintenance requirements,
- Propose design improvements and best practices in mechanical assembly methods and processes, for a more efficient manufacturing process,
- Contribute towards improvements in assembly procedures and safe work procedures/instructions,
- Ensure compliance with Company policies and procedures,
- Ensure adherence to Health, Safety and Environmental procedures and legal requirements.
Qualifications
-Formal qualifications:
Role-specific knowledge:
-Formal qualifications:
- Minimum of N3 Qualification in Mechanical Engineering.
- A mechanical trade certificate acquired from a recognised and approved trade training centre.
- 5 years or more in post qualification experience.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment would be advantageous.
- Computer literate in the Microsoft suite of packages.
- Effective communication skills in English (written and verbal). Valid Code 08/EB Driver’s License will be advantageous.
Role-specific knowledge:
- Understanding of a mechanical artisan trade requirements, standards, and concepts.
- Ability to plan and organize work.
- Adaptive to continuously changing work priorities.
- Flexible with the ability to work with different professionals on multiple/varied tasks.
- Previous assembly knowledge De Beers Technologies upstream products would be advantageous.
- Ability to work within a team – maintains and nurtures good working relationships.
- Understand and satisfy internal customer requirements.
- Ability to communicate production related challenges / problems and provide assembly progress updates to management.
Additional Information
-Who we are:
De Beers Group is a company with a sparkling future.
Our experts have searched the world for nature’s most precious gem. Our diamonds bring beauty to the world. But we think they can do so much more. We want our diamonds, and our business, to make life brilliant – for our people, our customers and the world around us.
Safety
Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health and well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect .
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
As a global #He For She Thematic Champion, De Beers is committed to promoting an equitable, inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential. Please inform us should there be any special requirements that should be considered as part of your application.
Building Forever
Sustainability is at the heart of our decision-making – it is how we do business. Building Forever is key to our purpose as it represents our ambitious and holistic sustainability framework and is central to our ability to deliver long-term value to our communities and partners. This shapes how we protect our social and environmental license to operate, build a long-term legacy in our host communities and earn consumers’ trust in our diamonds that they can wear with pride.
Background Checks
Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications
-Who we are:
De Beers Group is a company with a sparkling future.
Our experts have searched the world for nature’s most precious gem. Our diamonds bring beauty to the world. But we think they can do so much more. We want our diamonds, and our business, to make life brilliant – for our people, our customers and the world around us.
Safety
Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health and well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect .
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
As a global #He For She Thematic Champion, De Beers is committed to promoting an equitable, inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential. Please inform us should there be any special requirements that should be considered as part of your application.
Building Forever
Sustainability is at the heart of our decision-making – it is how we do business. Building Forever is key to our purpose as it represents our ambitious and holistic sustainability framework and is central to our ability to deliver long-term value to our communities and partners. This shapes how we protect our social and environmental license to operate, build a long-term legacy in our host communities and earn consumers’ trust in our diamonds that they can wear with pride.
Background Checks
Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications
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