Engineering Forman (Projects & Estate)

Coal Mining Middelburg Area
Our client a Coal Mining Company outside of Middelburg is seeking to employ an experiencedEngineering Foreman for Projects and Site. Ideally the successful candidate will already reside in the area and will not have to relocate

Engineering Forman (Projects & Estate)
To manage the maintenance and operations of equipment and systems in alignment with sound engineering practices and equipment specifications. Additionally to support in the design and supervision of activities in the estate
Description of Output / KPA
Process
Streamline Maintenance and Operations
Supervise planned maintenance schedules and oversee operational efficiency

Manage maintenance and operations of equipment
Create and distribute work orders also close work orders after completion
Coordinate orders and maintenance activities promptly and effectively to ensure that resources are available when required
Coordinate activities during execution and over inspect work done
Deliver projects within budget and specified time frames

Enforce Discipline and Quality Standards

Adhere rigorously to disciplinary and behavioural rules and procedures
Ensure adherence to quality standards delivering work that meets operational expectations
Maintain high standards of work performance following prescribed methods to minimise downtime

Champion Safety Health and Compliance:

Demonstrate and promote safety principles in the estate
Uphold compliance with safety health and environmental standards
Proactively identify and report unsafe situations participating in safety meetings
Take personal responsibility for safety and encourage a culture of safety among peers

Optimise Data Management

Gather accurate information verify its integrity and proficiently capture data
Organise and file documents according to established procedures

Drive Team Performance and Innovation

Lead team contributions towards goals and innovation
Actively engage in change initiatives and provide constructive feedback to overcome resistance
Spearhead improvement initiatives and participate in section planning processes

Operating and Maintaining equipment as per Design and OEM guidelines
Reduced downtime
Overall Equipment Availability
Safety Compliance Score
Project Success Rate

Ensure efficient execution of plans within established standards
Manage mine projects with a focus on engineering excellence

Monitor costs or expenses within approved budget to achieve cost efficiencies and reduce waste
Provide input to the estate budget per annum (Power & water usage estate maintenance including buildings ablutions water lines powerlines laundry rail siding fences

Comply with cost controls to achieve the estate budget
Report on cost usage that reflects delivery of work within agreed parameters
Identify repeat failures that contribute to wastage

Budget vs Actual
Cost efficiencies
Minimised fines and penalties

Build working relationships across teams and functional lines to enhance work delivery collaboration and innovation
Build professional long-term relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Investigate and understand stakeholders needs to enable delivery of a quality service
Ensure customer service solutions are aligned to the operational business plan
Ensure timeous resolution of queries and complaints and take ownership of issues

Coordinate monitor and supervise the performance of direct reports
Ensure performance contracts are implemented and that performance reviews are conducted

Ensure leave and travel requests are submitted and approved timeously
Ensure compliance with all HR policies procedures and standards
Ensure conflict resolution and respond to any complaints or concerns
Support skills development and transfer initiatives
Ensure that all team members are competent to deliver the outputs of their jobs within a specified time after being appointed in the position
Recommend and co-create toolkits and training materials in support of building a steady skills pipeline
Identify and participate in planned activities that are appropriate for own and teams development
Ensure knowledge transfer amongst peers
Manage learner programme to align with CTC requirements
Display and encourage an appreciation of teamwork and inclusivity


Adhere to and improve reporting processes for the area of responsibility

Ensure complete timeous and accurate reporting with appropriate levels of escalation to enable effective decision-making
Analyse information and reports to identify trends discrepancies and inconsistencies for decision-making purposes
Ensure feedback and progress reporting to stakeholders
Adhere to statutory standards policies and procedures within the business unit to always ensure compliance and take remedial action where necessary
Monitor analyse and audit the key business processes and metrics


Minimum Qualification
Grade 12 or relevant NQF 4
Mechanical or Electrical Trade Test certificate

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Years: Minimum 3 years supervisory experience as a Senior Foreman or General Engineering Supervisor
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