HME ST Modelling & Simulation Engineer at Anglo American

Job Description:

Optimise heavy mobile equipment's efficiency, safety, and productivity for the short term using advanced modelling and simulation techniques.

• Select and allocate resources for safe work.
•  Consider environmental factors and minimise adverse impacts.
• Oversee safety management system elements and comply as appropriate.
•  Ensure critical controls are functioning.
• Implement and maintain safety standards.
• Promptly investigate all incidents.
• Ensure subordinates are competent for safe task facilitation.
•  Active participation in VFLs, Risk Assessments and close-out of Safety Actions.
• Stop unsafe work in any area – not just in your area. We are safety leaders.
• Issue safety-related instructions to any employees or contractors at the workplace.
• Initiate action, including training, against subordinates and contractors for their role in unsafe behaviour.
• HME Modelling & Simulation, Short Term:
• Modelling and Simulation Development: Develop models and simulations for heavy mobile equipment in mining operations.
• Performance Optimization: Optimize the performance of the heavy mobile equipment through simulation-based analysis to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and increase productivity.
• Equipment Selection and Sizing: Analyze payload capacity, speed, and power requirements to select the right equipment for specific tasks and ensure it is appropriately sized for the job.
• Safety Analysis: Simulate various scenarios to assess risks and identify potential hazards associated with heavy equipment operation.
• Training and Education: Develop training programs or materials based on simulation models to educate operators on best practices for using heavy mobile equipment safely and efficiently.
• Continuous Improvement: Monitor and analyse simulation data to identify improvement areas in equipment performance, operational processes, and safety protocols.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with other departments, such as engineering, operations, and maintenance, to ensure that simulation models accurately reflect real-world conditions and requirements.
• Technology Evaluation and Integration: Stay current with modelling and simulation technology advancements and evaluate their applicability to the mining operation.
• Ensure compliance with the budget for the area of responsibility.
• Evaluate and approve cost impacts in the area of responsibility and revise the budget accordingly.
• Identify, communicate, and execute potential cost-reduction initiatives.

Qualifications:

• National Diploma in Mining Engineering (NQF6)
•  4-year relevant Mining Engineering Degree, or
•  4-year relevant Bachelor of Technology

Certifications

• Prescribed

Preferred

• SA Drivers Licence Code B

Technical Knowledge

• Knowledge in mining engineering equipment analysis, design, and maintenance.
• Understand the various rotating equipment used in mining, including crushers, pumps, motors, conveyors, and gearboxes.
• Knowledge of maintenance strategies such as preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance, and reliability-centered maintenance is necessary.
• Understand reliability engineering concepts and methodologies, including failure modes and effects analysis and root cause analysis, to improve equipment uptime, performance, and longevity.
• Understand spare parts management principles, including inventory optimisation, procurement processes, and vendor management.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques to monitor equipment performance and generate performance metrics and reports.
• In-depth knowledge of SAP PM (Advanced) and other ERP modules applicable to the work area.
• Proficiency in MS Office and other 3rd party interface software.