Diesel Mechanic (Underground) at Omnia (Pty) LTD

• Ensure timeous, safe, available and functional pumps and equipment as per service requirements. Be responsible for all mechanical maintenance activities conducted with underground equipment and vehicles in providing both a reactive and pro-active, multi-skilled maintenance service on all operational equipment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Timeous and quality delivered mechanical tasks

• On site breakdowns, call outs, repairs, modifications, routine equipment audits.
• Managing quality. 

Supported stakeholders

• Provide technical support and advice to the operations and clients about the implementation of, training on, and marketing of the ECU systems. 

Prevented waste/managed cost

• Managing stocks.
• Managing cost control 

Prevented/mitigated mechanical task and operational risks

• Manage compliance to all relevant SHERQ legislation and codes of practice
• Maintenance of equipment and vehicles.
• Audit maintenance plan compliance
• Pump safety audits
• Maintenance specific inspections

Maintained work environment

• Orderliness and cleanliness of workshop and work environment
• Good housekeeping. 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications:

• Trade test (red seal) - Mechanical 

Experience:

• 5 years' experience in a (mining) maintenance environment, preferably plant and machinery
• 3 years' understanding of and practical experience in pneumatics, hydraulics and pumps
• PLC controls and basic instrumentation (Advantageous)

Key Competencies:

• Working knowledge of production and quality control principles.
• Ability to interpret, analyze and use technical data.
• Ability to reference and interpret technical operating manuals, specifications drawings and diagrams.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and consistently meet deadlines and schedules.
• Ability to grasp application and functioning of new technology.
• Able to respond positively to changing requirements and pressures.
• Ability to communicate technical detail with all stakeholders and service providers and management.
• Demonstrated understanding of the principles and applications associated with manufacturing operations, maintenance and quality.