Company DescriptionDe 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, our business, to make life brilliant – for our people, our customers and the world around us.
Venetia Mine is part of De Beers Group Managed Operations Business which integrates mines, operations and support function in the De Beers Group producer counties of Canada and South Africa to shape a safe, sustainable future for De Beers Group's people, shareholders, communities and partners.
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Job DescriptionReporting directly to the Senior Engineering Manager, you will coordinate maintenance of the underground trackless mobile machinery (TMM) to ensure that equipment is safe, reliable, and available to meet production targets on-time and at optimum cost.
You will also champion the safety, environmental and health drive for increased awareness and standards.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: Driving Maintenance KPI's of permanent employees, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure vehicle/equipment availability, reliability, and optimization.Roll out TMM maintenance strategy to minimise equipment downtime and ensure availability of equipment at the right time.Manage overall maintenance management performance.Financial/Budget Control in terms of Mining Maintenance activities.Managing of change process regarding any deviations to Maintenance activities and work scope.Manage the establishment of Engineering standards, specifications, and service levels according to organizational objectives to ensure maximum operational availability.Implement CI initiatives by keeping abreast of developments and introducing change in work processes where appropriate (Cost reductions and cost avoidances).Ensure and Maintain Legal Compliance, Audits and Governance.QualificationsB Eng/BSc/BTech/National Diploma discipline, National Certificate – NTC 6 Engineering (with relevant Trade Certification) in Mechanical or Electrical.Completed Government Certificate of Competence, Mines and Works (GCC).Completed or in the process of completing a postgraduate qualification (Honours, Masters, MDP, etc.)
would be advantageous.Experience: A minimum of 5 years' experience as a Section Engineer (Legal Appointee), of which 3 years in a UG TMM environment, preferably in an operation that utilises caving and/or long hole drilling methods.Must have good cognitive and analytical abilities.Project management experience would be highly advantageous.Experience in the in Underground Large Excavation TMM equipment and technology.Experience managing a large contractor mining operation will be advantageous.Operational readiness implementation experience will be advantageous.BACKGROUND CHECKS Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check, validation of qualifications and medicals.
Additional InformationValues Put Safety First – We consider all risks to people and the environment before proceeding with any activity.
We address risks before beginning any activity, even if this means stopping a task.
Zero Harm is always our goal.
Be Passionate – We are exhilarated by the product we sell, the challenges we face and the opportunities we create.
Pull Together – Being united in purpose and action, we will turn the diversity of our people, skills and experience into an unparalleled source of strength.
Build Trust – We will always listen first, then act with openness, honesty and integrity so that our relationships flourish.
Show we Care – The people whose lives we touch, their communities, nations and the environment we share, all matter deeply to us.
We will always think through the consequences of what we do so that our contribution to the world is real, lasting and makes us proud.
Shape the Future – We will find new ways.
We will set demanding targets and take both tough decisions and considered risks to achieve them.
We will insist on excellent execution and reward those who deliver.
Eligibility Criteria This role is open to all individuals, and we will support employees who might need to relocate.
Closing date: 22 January 2025
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