Engineering Manager- Mining

About the position

We seek to appoint an experienced Mechanical Engineer( Engineering Manager level) who will report directly to the Mine Manager and serve as a member of the Technical & Operations: Engineering Team. The position is based at the Mine Site
Minimum requirements
 

Qualifications:

• National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar field.
• Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar field advantageous.
• Section 13 / 26B Trade Certificate (Mech), GCC.
• Management Development Programme (MDP) Certificate advantageous.
• Project Management Certificate advantageous.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Experience:

• Minimum 8-10 years’ experience as a Mechanical Engineer or similar in the Mining Industry.
• Experience developing and reviewing COP’s and SOP’s.
• Experience in Mechanical, Electrical and TMM Machinery.
• Experience on a Green Fields / Start-up mining project advantageous.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Mine Health and Safety Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, regulations for TMM and other relevant legislation.
• Mechanical and Electrical Engineering in Mining.
• Financial and stock management principles and cost control measures in mining operations.
• Risk assessments and management techniques specific to the mining industry, including inspections for repairs and service maintenance work.
• Management, construction, and erection of structures & infrastructure.
• Electro, Diesel & Hydraulic mining equipment maintenance and operation.
• Equipment installation, operation, and maintenance in underground conventional and trackless mining sections.
• Knowledge in vertical/decline shafts operations & maintenance, conveyor, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, pumping systems and structural knowledge.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills for effectively conveying technical information to various audiences and diverse stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to create a positive and productive work environment and effectively manage a team.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to quickly analyse complex situations to address operational challenges and resolve issues.
• Make data-driven decisions and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Adaptability to changing circumstances and willingness to take responsibility and initiative.
• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, and effectively collaborate and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities.

Desired Skills:

• Mechanical
• Electrical and TMM Machinery
• greenfield project experience
• underground mining experience