South Africa Job Openings
De Beers Group of Companies
Technician Mechanical
Kathu
FULL TIME
November 11, 2024
Company Description
-We have an exciting opportunity for a Technician Mechanical who will Provide technical assistance to maintenance personnel proactively on complex mechanical systems, equipment and processes to continuously enhance plant performance and availability.
Be Part of the Team. The Team That Makes It Happen.
Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible – from mobile phones to medicines.
Kumba Iron Ore
We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects – exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Centurion, Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.
-We have an exciting opportunity for a Technician Mechanical who will Provide technical assistance to maintenance personnel proactively on complex mechanical systems, equipment and processes to continuously enhance plant performance and availability.
Be Part of the Team. The Team That Makes It Happen.
Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible – from mobile phones to medicines.
Kumba Iron Ore
We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects – exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Centurion, Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.
Job Description
-As our Technician Mechanical some of your responsibilities will include but not limited to:
-As our Technician Mechanical some of your responsibilities will include but not limited to:
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Ensure that the environmental impact remains within the statutory requirements to comply with the regulations.
- Adhere to SHEQ standards while performing the tasks.
- Read, sign off, and follow all the appropriate work instructions and standards.
- Attend safety meetings as instructed.
- Apply good housekeeping practices to clean the allocated area and ensure a hazard-free environment.
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Technical Support:
- Assist either proactively or upon request by maintenance personnel.
- Identify components that cause excessive downtime and implement permanent solutions to resolve them.
- Test equipment and machinery for functionality and safety before returning them to production.
- Conduct failure analysis investigations to identify the root cause of problems and find solutions.
- Train maintenance personnel on the maintenance of new systems upon installation.
- Design, install, and commission new hydraulics systems or modifications.
- Undertake maintenance-related projects, such as identifying components causing excessive downtime, facilitating failure analysis investigations, and designing new systems or modifications.
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Projects:
- Assist proactively with maintenance personnel or when requested.
- Identify components causing excessive downtime and find and implement permanent solutions.
- Test equipment/machinery for functionality and safety before returning it to production.
- Facilitate failure analysis investigations to identify root causes and solve problems.
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The Work: Key Outputs and Accountabilities
- Train maintenance personnel on the maintenance of new systems when installed.
- Design, install, and commission modifications or new hydraulic systems when necessary.
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Stakeholder Relationship Management:
- Establish, cultivate, and sustain positive relationships with stakeholders involved in Technical Standards.
- Convert knowledge into valuable insights for projects and operations, improving business performance.
- Obtain required qualifications and certifications and comply with country-specific legal requirements.
- Apply mechanical engineering concepts to offer effective technical solutions that meet the technical standards of the operations.
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Budget Management and Cost Control:
- Assist in developing the Departmental budget.
- Discover chances for better cost management and take action to address them or report them to your supervisor.
- Compare the work done towards the end of the project with the contract requirements and specifications.
- Consolidate the budget at the end of a project and notify the Financial Department of any unspent funds.
Qualifications
-You will be required to have the following:
-You will be required to have the following:
- Grade 12/N3 Technical
- National Diploma (Mechanical Engineering) NQF6
- BTech degree in Mechanical Engineering (NQF 7) is preffered
- SA Drivers License
- 3-5 years of pertinent experience in a mechanical technical mining environment.
- Understand operational processes related to the role.
- Familiarity with documentation, sign-off, and approval procedures.
- Knowledge of risk management techniques and critical controls.
- Familiarity with leadership tools for fostering a purpose-led, high-performance culture and enabling change.
- Understand safety, health, environmental, legislative, statutory, and regulatory requirement
Additional Information
-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 people’s lives.
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.
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.
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
-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 people’s lives.
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.
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.
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
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