SUPERVISOR ENGINEERING ELECTRICAL (WEST RAND)

The Supervisor Engineering Electrical assumes accountability for the overall safe and efficient operation of the electrical section covering the shaft electrical reticulation, conveyor belt systems and solar plant. The role leads and controls the electrical operations in accordance with safety standards and procedures to ensure the elimination of production delays and safety risks to personnel. A core accountability of the role is to maintain the highest possible safety standards in the area of operation and influence

Minimum Requirements:

Grade 12 or equivalent

Relevant Recognised Trade Certificate

Minimum of 5 years experience as an Electrician in underground mining, shaft conveyor and reticulation systems

Recognized approved Medium Voltage Certificate

Be declared medically fit for the position and environment, as determined by a risk-based medical examination at the Occupational Health Centre and pass a Heat Tolerance Screening test, and such other tests as may be required to assess the applicants suitability for employment

Key Competencies:

Intermediate operational safety experience with sound appreciation for safety standards and record management

Good communication, interpersonal and team leadership skills

Knowledge of relevant mining legislation, with emphasis on Electrical Regulations

Proven organisation skills - planning, organising, leading, and controlling

Proven proficiency in technical problem solving

Proven track record in maintaining LT and HT reticulation systems, surface and underground substations, underground and surface conveyor belt systems and spillage winch arrangements sections

Computer literacy with basic MS Office proficiency

Working knowledge of SAP

Ability to manage, control and input into the financial budget of the responsible section

Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensure implementation and adherence to the Mine Health & Safety Act and Environmental COPs, policies, procedures and legal requirements within the area of responsibility

Maintain and manage health and safety policies, standards, and procedure for section and area of responsibility

Convene and participate in sectional health and safety meetings, forums, and campaigns

Manage operational risk with the section or area of responsibility and evaluate and monitor compliance to codes of practice

Accountable for legal compliance as the Regulation 2.9.2 appointee for the area of responsibility

Manage key performance areas of subordinates and ensure subordinates are adequately trained to perform their duties

Plan and execute maintenance and repair activities safely and timeously and ensure daily, weekly, monthly, and annual maintenance targets are met

Manage electrical construction or maintenance work

Ensure ordering of equipment and availability of critical spares

Conduct formal Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) to ensure equipment reliability

Manage and control spares inventory including the placing and follow-up of orders

Input into, formulate and manage annual budgets for the section

Perform all duties relevant to the position, including standby, overtime and call-outs