Mining Engineer - KZNFull job descriptionAs a Mining engineer, you will be responsible to oversee and optimize mining operations, ensuring safety regulations are adhered to, managing resource extraction, and implementing efficient extraction techniques to maximize production while minimizing environmental impact.Key responsibilities:Asset management and optimisation Continuous improvementCarry the MHSA 2.13.1 legal appointment. In terms of this appointment, you are hereby appointed to be in general charge of all Mechanical and Electrical installations, which includes design, installation, and maintenance, within your area of responsibilityBe involved and sign off all Risk Assessment ProcessesAssist in drafting, reviewing and implementation of mandatory COP'sAssist with the drafting, reviewing and implementations of SOP's which are in line with the approved COP'sParticipate in reviewing PTO’s and make recommendations on the sameTo sign off on all employee and Contractors personnel files to ensure compliance with COP and SOP training, Safety inductions, medicals and competency of Mine PersonnelAll training for the above is in place and conducted and register are kept and signed offParticipate in Monthly Safety Committee meetings as well as incident and accident investigationsEnsure together with the HSE Department that the TMM COP is always in place and implemented accordinglyInspection and sign off on all new Mining Equipment that are introduced to the Mining ProjectEnsure we comply with all DMR regulationsEnsure that all mobile equipment as per our TMM COP are fitted with PDS and CAS SystemsEnsure maintenance plans are in place for all Mining equipmentEnsure that maintenance plans are in place for all Contractor equipmentEnsure that all planned maintenance is up to date and appropriate records are always kept on site.Ensure that spare parts for all equipment is always availableBe responsible for the safe installation and proper operation, running and maintenance of all machineryBe responsible for the Mechanical aspects regarding safe erection and proper maintenance of all buildings, structures and tanks within your area of responsibilityTake all reasonable measures to ensure that mechanicallyAll safety appliances, mechanisms and guards are maintained in good condition and orderThe provisions of the regulations relating to machinery are fully complied withThe work of any apparatus or machine, the use of which may constitute a danger to any persons' safety or health, is stoppedYou are, in addition, responsible to ensure that all work performed by contractors under your control is compliant with the provisions of the MA, MHSA, and Regulations, and performed under supervision of a person who has been adequately trained to know and understand any associated risksYou are to ensure that you are familiar with all permits, permissions, and exemptions, as may be imposed by external authorities, including, but not limited to, the Department of Minerals Resources. You shall assist in ensuring that, as may be applicable, the same documents are at all times kept up to dateImplement and develop best practices and ensure continuous improvementMaintaining and modifying equipment to ensure that it is safe, reliable and efficientLiaising with suppliersProducing and implementing designs and test proceduresTesting, evaluating, modifying and re-testing productsProviding technical advicePrepare and submit a monthly management report to Management by the 7th working day of each monthAttend and participate in daily production meetings, tool box talksRandomly oversee Pre-start checklist process.Submit monthly maintenance planTo provide a daily breakdown, availability and utilization report for all company and contractor equipmentThe new equipment SOP must be always followed, i.e new machine arrive with full tank and leaves with full tank. SOP will be providedSecurity of all of the assets must be maintained and improved on at all timesAny other matter as required by management deemed appropriate related to your workMinimum requirements:Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mining)Government Certificate of Competency (GCC Mines and Works)5 to 10 years experience in the mining industry as a Mining EngineerProficiency in engineering software and toolsKnowledge of Opencast mines, plant and underground.Strong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamKnowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulationsFor more information please contact:Keenan Chetty
