Engineering Specialist Production (Electrical)

As the Engineering Specialist production you are expected to effectively execute and monitor the operations asset management program audits compliance and continuous improvement diagnostics. Your responsibilities will also include assessing key maintenance functions as well as recommending improvements to the maintenance process from audit finding.

Your responsibilities will include: 

• As the Engineering Specialist production you are expected to effectively execute and monitor the operations asset management program audits compliance and continuous improvement diagnostics. Your responsibilities will also include assessing key maintenance functions as well as recommending improvements to the maintenance process from audit finding.
• Your responsibilities will include: 
• Assist the Section Engineer services in developing an operational plan for the year to support the achievement of throughput objectives.
• Liaise with the Section Engineer services regarding daily weekly and monthly progress to plan budget and employees resources.
• Evaluate monitor and provide continuous feedback to the section regarding the performance efficiencies standards of the section labour equipment budget and process targets.
• Review operational plan and re-assign targets and objectives to subordinates. Regularly communicate progress of section against operational targets and objectives Allocate labour resources and equipment to scheduled and priority activities so as to maintain and ensure high levels of labour equipment and operational performance standards.
• Liaise with the other Engineering Specialists Section Engineers and Foremen to ensure that any problems that could overlap with other sections are pro-actively identified and discussed.
• Identify operational priorities within the section that would ensure the optimization of the sections performance.
• Ensure that all the data captures on the operational and technical management information and control systems are accurate and timeous.
• Regularly review operational and technical data to extract trends identify problems and comply management reports.

This role is at a Band 6 level reporting to Section Engineer Services

Qualifications :

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Diploma / Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or Relevant Trade in Electrical
• Electrical Engineering Foreman Certificate advantageous

Experience

• Minimum 8 Years operational experience of which 5 years in a foreman or Supervisor position

Technical Knowledge and skills

• Working knowledge of PLC control systems
• Conversant with MHSA and the OHSA acts
• Demonstrated skill in managing people and resources
• Basic computer literacy
• Working knowledge of client disciplines Mining Engineering
•  Valid driving license code 08
• Understanding Service environment Defect elimination knowledge Condition Monitoring knowledge 

Additional Information :

What We Offer

At Valterra Platinum you will join a team committed to excellence and impact.

We offer:

• Meaningful work in a high-performance values-led environment.
• Market-aligned reward and recognition.
• Opportunities for learning development and progression.
• A culture that respects diversity and encourages innovation.
• A clear commitment to safe Operations.

Inclusion and Diversity

Valterra Platinum 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 fulfill their potential.
Valterra Platinum has a zero tolerance to dignity harms these include all acts of gender-based violence bullying harassment and victimisation. Ensuring the safety of our employees extends beyond physical safety and includes the eradication of harmful behaviours from our workplace. This responsibility extends to everyone at Valterra Platinum both during work hours and outside of work. We are unconditional in creating a respectful inclusive and safe working environment to ensure that no colleague will be violated or harassed under our watch.

How to Apply

To apply for this role please complete our online application form via this job advert.

Closing Date: 10 April 2026

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time