Engineering Manager- Mining

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Minimum Requirements

Qualifications:

1. National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent
2. Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar field
3. Masters Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar field advantageous
4. Section 13 / 26B Trade Certificate (Mech), GCC
5. Management Development Programme (MDP) Certificate advantageous
6. Project Management Certificate advantageous
7. Valid Driver's License

Experience:

• Minimum 8-10 years experience as a Mechanical Engineer or similar in the Mining Industry
• Experience developing and reviewing COPs and SOPs
• Experience in Mechanical, Electrical and TMM Machinery
• Experience on a Green Fields / Start-up mining project advantageous

Knowledge & Skills:

• Mine Health and Safety Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, regulations for TMM and other relevant legislation
• Mechanical and Electrical Engineering in Mining
• Financial and stock management principles and cost control measures in mining operations
• Risk assessments and management techniques specific to the mining industry, including inspections for repairs and service maintenance work
• Management, construction, and erection of structures & infrastructure
• Electro, Diesel & Hydraulic mining equipment maintenance and operation
• Equipment installation, operation, and maintenance in underground conventional and trackless mining sections
• Knowledge in vertical/decline shafts operations & maintenance, conveyor, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, pumping systems and structural knowledge
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills for effectively conveying technical information to various audiences and diverse stakeholders
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to create a positive and productive work environment and effectively manage a team
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to quickly analyze complex situations to address operational challenges and resolve issues
• Make data-driven decisions and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Adaptability to changing circumstances and willingness to take responsibility and initiative
• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, and effectively collaborate and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities