SUMMARY:
This role is pivotal in ensuring maximum equipment availability and strict adherence to safety standards within an open-cast mining environment.
POSITION INFO:
Engineering Foreman (Open Cast Mining) - Northern Cape – Market related
We are seeking a results-driven Engineering Foreman to lead maintenance teams in the Northern Cape. This role is pivotal in ensuring maximum equipment availability and strict adherence to safety standards within an open-cast mining environment.
Key Responsibilities
1. Maintenance & Equipment Availability
- Collaborate with planners on maintenance schedules and resource allocation.
- Conduct daily over-inspections on machinery and monitor quality of artisan feedback on job cards.
- Ensure critical spare parts are available for scheduled work.
- Analyze downtime data via control room systems to ensure accuracy and identify bottlenecks.
2. Quality & Labour Management
- Monitor equipment performance post-repair to verify the quality of artisan workmanship.
- Manage the "comeback" process: identify training needs or address poor performance through technical discussions.
- Oversee workshop discipline, foster teamwork, and manage oil sample action plans.
3. Safety, Health, and Environment
- Strict compliance with all mine safety regulations and policies.
- Maintain a zero-harm culture within the engineering team.
Minimum Requirements
- Education: National Senior Certificate and an N3 qualification in a related field.
- Trade: Qualified Artisan (Earth Moving Equipment).
- Experience: * Minimum 5 years post-trade experience.
- At least 2 years in a supervisory role.
- Extensive experience with CAT 777 machines (Essential).
- Minimum 3 years’ experience on both fixed and mobile Crushing and Screening Plants.
- Licensing: Valid Driver’s License.
- Fitness: Must be medically fit to pass a standard mining medical examination.
Knowledge & Competencies
- Technical: Proven expertise in open-cast mining machinery and crushing/screening circuits.
- Systems: PC proficiency and experience with maintenance planning systems.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
- Leadership: Ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and enforce workshop discipline.
Note: A formal supervisory qualification will be considered a significant advantage.
