Operations Engineer

To ensure the safety and health of employees (legally responsible as a 2.13.1) and efficient equipment operation and availability, while providing input to the planning process and executing approved plans in accordance with policies and procedures

• Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 equivalent (essential).
• Engineering Degree or NQF Level 7 Equivalent.
• GCC Certificate (Mine & Works).
• Registered as a professional certificated engineer.
• 4-6 years operational experience with mining/plant experience.
• 2-3 years Project Management experience.
• Electrical or Mechanical engineering theory.
• General management methodologies and principles.
• Financial methodologies and principles (e.g., IRR assessments).
• Operations/Strategic management principles.
• Structural, civil, and instrumentation knowledge.

• Provide input to the planning process within the area of control and execute the approved plan to ensure achievement of production targets.
• Perform equipment maintenance services according to required standards and specifications.
• Ensure zero harm to employees and the environment by meeting legal and SHE regulations/compliance.
• Ensure equipment is well maintained and efficiently managed to meet production targets.
• Ensure effective project delivery to enable future growth and reach production targets.
• Implement effective financial management processes.
• Ensure effective people management methodologies, inclusive of people development.
• Apply engineering expertise, conduct effective design checks, and apply appropriate specifications on equipment (quality and safety key criteria).
• Identify and recommend initiatives aimed at eliminating waste, improving productivity, and reducing operating costs.
• Advise management on business improvement initiatives identified.
• Build, support, and maintain healthy diverse internal and external relations, implementing remedial actions where required.