Artisan Winder Electrician at De Beers Group

Job Description:

• Contribute to a culture of zero harm by adhering to all requirements as laid down by legislation, health, safety, environmental, security policies, and procedures, and by the application of specific instructions to own work area and task completion.
• Responsible for winder control and electrical systems, including but not limited to: Compressor control and electrical systems, Shaft and shaft station control and electrical systems, Updating of all electrical documentation (drawings, equipment database and datasheets) & Switching and preventative maintenance tasks on MV equipment in accordance to policies and procedures. 
• Exercise sound expert judgment with regards to repair versus replacement versus upgrade of components.
•  Align with planned maintenance schedules, including maintenance of relevant records for all winder and electrical equipment and electrical installations in area of responsibility.
• Perform all activities according to instructions, procedures and engineering needs. 

This role is in the VUP Engineering department at a CL level reporting to the Senior Electrical Foreman.

Qualifications:

Formal qualifications:

• Grade 12 / N3 / Equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification with Mathematics and Physical Science
• Trade Certificate: Electrician
• MQA – Medium Voltage (MV) and winder competent

Role-specific knowledge:

• 5 Years continuous experience in electrical maintenance of which a minimum of 3 years must be winder and shaft related experience
• Medium Voltage (MV) and Winder competent
• Experience on ACS 6000 or similar drive systems would be preferred
• Experience on Safety Integrity Level (SIL) rated installations would be preferred
• Sound knowledge and experience of Safety, Health and Environmental Legislation and standards applicable to field of work
• Skills to troubleshoot, repair and maintain electrical systems and major equipment within area of responsibility
• Please note:  Will be expected of all successful candidates to undergo training regarding the winder system at the mine.
• Valid EB / Code 8 Drivers License
•  Computer literacy – MS Office Suite
• Be prepared to work shifts, do standby duties, callouts, and work overtime
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces
•  Successfully obtain a Medical Certificate of Fitness to work underground inclusive of passing HTS (Heat Tolerance Screening)
• The post is dependent on the successful completion of the Company’s pre-employment protocol such as qualifications’ verification, relevant psychometric assessments, and a clear security clearance