Electrician (Plant) at Petra Diamonds Limited

ROLE DESCRIPTION:

•  Reporting to the Engineering Foreman, the role will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, fault finding and repair of electrical equipment within the electrical discipline according to sound engineering practice and equipment specifications.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide subject matter expertise and skills in area of responsibility; advising on solutions to enhance or ensure the effectiveness of the department/section.
• Perform inspections in accordance with the Mine Health and Safety Act Regulations and Manufacturing and Company Standards to report all defects and breakdowns on equipment and machinery to the Foreman.
• Reports faults and unsafe conditions to the Engineering Foreman – Electrical.
• Participate in planning shutdowns (Planned maintenance), resources, tools and spares relevant to the shutdown activities.
• Identify spares requirements and order according to departmental procedure.
• Responsible for the management of consumable stock levels (amongst others, spares and hydro carbons).
• Investigate, diagnose, and perform trade related maintenance and repair of equipment and machinery according to the maintenance requirements.
• Assist Foreman in executing his/his duties as and when required.
• Conduct planned task observations.
• Follow instructions as per job card and report any defects.
• De-energise and apply the lock-out procedure as per company policy.
• Responsible for electrical motor installation and replacement.
• Responsible for electrical distribution and control cable installation, jointing, and termination.
• Responsible for motor control centre and distribution board installation.
• Responsible for the installation of lighting systems.
• Responsible for medium voltage protection systems.
• Responsible for substation battery maintenance and general substation housekeeping.
• Responsible for medium voltage switching and phasing.
• Responsible for the maintenance of electrical equipment (e.g., MV and LV Switchgear, substations, Electrical Motors, Lighting Systems, MCC panels, Electrical distribution boards).                        
• Responsible for conveyer maintenance.                
• Responsible for overhead crane maintenance.                    
• Responsible for emergency generators power supplies as applicable.                            
• Responsible for maintenance of transformers.                     
• Responsible for good housekeeping in working area.                         
• Provide input in preparing maintenance and inspection schedules.                 
• Conduct maintenance planning.                              
• Responsible for trade related administration.                        
• Perform standby duties and attend to breakdowns.                             
• Conduct on-the-job training for allocated apprentices.                        
• Ensure that all Engineering reporting is aligned with standards, guidelines, and schedules.                       
• Engagement and Communication: Establish and maintain good working relationships and an effective / sound communication system with the Engineering Function and operation.                         
• Company Policy & Procedures Compliance: Takes cognisance of and adhere to Company policies, procedures, and relevant legislation. Manage and report on noncompliance issues.                 
• Safety, Health, and Environment Compliance: Model behaviour that is consistent with the Company Vision and Values. Manage and report on noncompliance issues.                     
• Perform risk assessments (Mini) and participates in risk assessments (Activity based).                               
• Provide Input to risk assessments, safe work procedures and Planned Task Observations, monitor, train and implement all codes of practice, policies, procedures, risk assessments and standards and ensure all are in place for the effective management of safe working conditions in terms of related area of responsibilities and legal requirements.                        
• Effective Team  Player
• Effective Self-Management: Responsible for managing own work performance and completing tasks as per set timelines and standards.    

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Trade Certificate (Electrician) obtained through an accredited/recognised institution and via an apprenticeship. **
• A minimum of 3 years post Apprenticeship / Qualification experience (can be concurrent with the PDL trade experience).
• Valid Drivers’ License