Company Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Electrician.The purpose of this role is Perform electrical maintenance on equipment and machinery safely and cost-effectively to maximise HME/Plant equipment reliability and availability.

We’re the best in the industry.

You’ll make us better.

Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible – from mobile phones to medicines.

Kumba Iron Ore               

We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects – exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Centurion, Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.

Job Description

As our Electrician your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

Safety, Health, and EnvironmentAdhere to all health and safety practices and requirements.Promote good housekeeping to ensure compliance and an environment where team members can deliver their outputs within a controlled risk environment."Exemplify" all relevant safety standards and procedures as a positive example for learners to follow.Active participation on SLAMs, HOHs, relevant Risk Assessments and close-out of Safety Actions.Performance and DeliveryEquipment and Machinery Maintenance:Maintain and test all equipment/machinery to ensure functionality, safety, reliability and availability within the specified timeframe and budgetary limits.Conduct inspections to identify possible failures and repair or raise notifications for repairs.Ensure effective plant equipment and related machinery maintenance for optimal utilisation and availability to maximise production and throughput schedules.Identify and report defects, equipment failures and time required for repairs to the Supervisor to enable applicable decision-making, action planning and problem resolution.Execute work as per Operating Model standards and procedures.Complete job cards thoroughly and return them on time.Keep all toolboxes and tools clean and sound.Ensure proper communication and handover of outstanding tasks between shifts and day-shift teams.Maintenance Efficiency:Ensure equipment installations and commissioning are maintained as specified in the maintenance strategy.The Work: Key Outputs and AccountabilitiesInfrastructure and post-installation work testing for functionality is executed per specifications within the agreed schedule and budgetary limits.Continuously monitor maintenance progress and related preparation activities against ad hoc jobs to meet operational targets, minimise downtime, enable timely reporting and enhance equipment efficiency.Assistance and Practices:Provide timely, proactive maintenance advice aligned with best practices to prevent issues and improve overall competence.Communicate with the appropriate personnel to organise the necessary resources, including equipment and personnel assistance, to ensure the successful completion of a task.Support the Supervisor and co-workers by following company policies and utilising their expertise when instructed or in the absence of the responsible person to help achieve functional objectives.People Development:Identify and utilise on-the-job learning opportunities to achieve the required competency levels.Attend all new relevant training and skills provided for the job.

This role is in Engineering & Maintenance (ENG) department on a (J4) level reporting to the Engineering Supervisor Electrical

QualificationsGrade 12 Certificate/ N3 TechnicalQualified Artisan (Electrician)SA Drivers LicenceMV Certificate (advantageous)

Technical Knowledge

2 Years’ operational experience as an Electrician.Understand the company's policies and procedures related to the role.Knowledge of PLC exposure and the ability to perform high and low voltage fault finding.Proficiency in working with H1 Communication Systems, Profibus Systems, S7 PLC programming, Optic Fibre communication, and High voltage networks of 3.3KVKnowledge in reconditioning of AC/DC electrical motors.Fault finding on AC/DC electrical motors.Awareness of lock-out procedures and their implementation.

Additional Information

Who we are?

Anglo American is a global diversified mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine.

We work together with our key partners and stakeholders to unlock the sustainable value that those resources represent for our shareholders, the communities and countries in which we operate and for society at large. Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve people’s lives.

How we are committed to your safety

Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer.

Inclusion and Diversity

Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.

How to apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.