Master Technician Mechanical needed at Anglo American

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Job title : Master Technician Mechanical

Job Location : Northern Cape,

Deadline : April 14, 2025

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Job Description:

  • As Master Technician Mechanicalyou will provide services as required and your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

Safe and Healthy Work Environment

  • Uphold safety standards during maintenance work to protect personnel and equipment, while ensuring adherence to all regulatory requirements.
  • Perform all work in accordance with SHEQ standards.
  • Thoroughly read, sign off, and adhere to all relevant work instructions and standards.
  • Attend safety meetings as instructed.
  • Maintain cleanliness in your allocated area and apply good housekeeping practices to ensure a hazard-free environment.
  • Active participation in SLAMs, HPHs, relevant Risk Assessments, and close-out of Safety Actions.

Performance and Delivery

  • Equipment Inspection and Maintenance
  • Conduct regular inspections of mechanical systems and equipment.
  • Perform routine checks to assess the condition of machinery, identifying any signs of wear or potential failure.
  • Assist in the development and execution of preventive maintenance plans
  • Collaborate with the Mechanical Technologist to create schedules for maintenance tasks that prevent breakdowns and extend the lifespan of equipment.

Troubleshooting and Repair

  • Diagnose mechanical failures and implement effective repair strategies.
  • Utilize technical expertise to quickly identify issues and apply the appropriate repairs to minimize equipment downtime.
  • Participate in root cause analysis.
  • Engage in systematic investigations of equipment failures to determine underlying causes, aiming to prevent recurrence.
  • Data Monitoring and Analysis
  • Monitor asset health through data analysis.
  • Collect and analyze performance data from machinery to track efficiency and identify trends that may indicate potential problems.
  • Document maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections.
  • Maintain accurate records of all work performed, enabling effective tracking of equipment history and performance.

Collaboration and Development

  • Collaborate with the Mechanical Technologist and work closely with engineering leadership to enhance maintenance protocols and address reliability challenges.
  • Support the implementation of reliability-centered maintenance initiatives.
  • Assist in adopting strategies focused on maintaining system reliability while optimizing costs and resources.

Training and Mentorship

  • Train and mentor junior technicians by sharing knowledge and skills with less experienced team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team.
  • This role is in the Engineering (ENG) at a Band 7 level reporting to the Mechanical Technologist.

Qualifications:

  • Grade 12/N3 Technical
  • Higher National Qualification Mechanical Engineering on NQF5
  • Trade Certificate in a Mechanical Field
  • A2 Safety Training
  • SA Drivers License Code B

Experience

  • Knowledge of technical aspects of mechanical maintenance obtained through 3 – 5 years of relevant experience.
  • Familiarity with mining maintenance operations (advantageous).
  • Awareness of processes, working culture, and challenges associated with mining and processing.
  • Understand relevant mining legislation and its application.
  • Comprehension of analytical methods, problem-solving techniques, and coordination strategies.
  • Knowledge of technical drawing and design, particularly in the mining industry.
  • Insight into documentation, sign-off, and approval processes.
  • Awareness of risk management techniques and critical controls.
  • Understanding safety, health, and environmental legislative, statutory, and regulatory requirements.

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