Senior Eng Foreman

You will be responsible for leading a team responsible for maintaining and assisting in the operation of equipment and systems according to sound engineering practice and equipment specifications.

Key tasks include but are not limited to:

• Investigate diagnose and perform trade related maintenance and repair of equipment and machinery according to the maintenance requirements
• Day to day management and operation of underground TMM section.
• Ensure that accurate labour records including overtime worked are maintained and record keeping of legal compliance.
• Attend to defects raised on pre-start reports breakdown sheets and over-inspection reports.
• Perform equipment over-inspection on work done by artisans and operatives where appropriate and provide feedback and guidance as required.
• Discuss work backlog and future work requirements with the Supervisor and plan corrective measures to rectify e.g. rescheduling prioritizing labour assistance etc.
• Plan activities in accordance with production schedules and allocation of resources as required.
• Analyze and interpret maintenance related data and initiate required improvements.
• Lead and manage a multi-disciplined team that consists of different trades to achieve KPIs as required by the business expectations.
• Oversee the development of a healthy spirit of co-operation within the section.
• Identify operational priorities within the section that would ensure the optimization of the sections performance.
• Provide a consistent outstanding role model in relation to safety practices with a deep understanding of the importance of safety.
• Ensure safety and engineering policies are adhere to.
• Comply with Environmental Policies.

Qualifications :

• Grade 12 or relevant national NQFL 4 qualification.
• Trade Certificate: Diesel Mechanic / Fitter or relevant trade qualification.
• Code B Drivers License
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Valid Safety Risk Management for Supervisors certificate or equivalent is an asset.
• Supervisory qualification would be advantageous

Role-specific knowledge & Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years experience as a diesel mechanic / fitter or relevant trade of Underground Trackless Mobile Machinery.
• Minimum 3 years working experience in maintenance supervision of Underground TMM for tunnel development.
• Mechanized mining machinery experience (SANDVIK and EPIROC). The equipment experiences to at least cover the following:
  • Single and Multi-boom Drill Rigs (Sandvik DD321 DD420 DD421 and DD422i)
  • Bolters (Sandvik DS411 DS412i and DS422i)
  • In-the-hole (ITH) Long hole Drills (Sandvik DL321 DL421 DL422i DL432i and Rhino 100)
  • LHD (Load Haul Dumpers) and Underground Dump Trucks
  • Underground Support Fleet
• Budgeting and cost control
• Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word Excel Outlook PowerPoint)

Additional Requirements:

• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Service orientated in line with targets.
• Proficiency in SAP will be advantageous.
• Medical Certificate of Fitness to work underground.
• The post is dependent on the successful completion of the Companys pre-employment protocol such as qualifications verification relevant psychometric and technical assessments and security clearance.

Additional Information :

Who We Are:

Our Values:

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

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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.
• Preference will be given to Venetia employees who meet the criteria.
• For all internal applicants you are required to complete an internal application form and attach detailed CV. This form must be accompanied by a signature from your immediate Line Manager and Head of Department failure to do so will render your application invalid.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time