Maintenance Specialist Trackless (Steelpoort) at Samancor Chrome

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

• To drive the overall management, direction and continuous improvement of the Asset Capability Assurance process in a safe manner, through clearly defined strategies and objectives for the maintenance of the trackless fleet, workshop facilities and associated re-fuelling facilities.

BALANCED SCORECARD PILLARS, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY

• Identify and assess level of issue based risk exposures in area of responsibility by considering exposures to business, financial, legal issues, people, equipment, material, environment, processes, etc.
• Consider the level of risk, apply mitigation and implement control measures for residual risk (set objectives, minimum requirements, etc.)
• Manage SHEQ compliance within the Process through effective use of the Toolbox
• Utilise the Integrated Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHEQ status

PEOPLE

• Supervise the Team: (Trackless Mobile Machinery & Mines)
• Ensure and enabling climate / culture
• Maintain labour stability by minimising labour turnover
• Labour complement in line with budget
• Manage performance against set targets and competencies
• Ensure IDP’s (Individual Development Plan) are linked to performance results and implemented as per plan
• Conduct career discussions and implement actions with all identified talent (quarterly)
• Ensure discipline is maintained (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.) 
• Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levels
• Conduct recruitment interviews

CUSTOMERS 

• Ensure Customer Satisfaction

BUSINESS PROCESSES 

Operational:

• Ensure recognised and proper maintenance of the overall trackless fleet to obtain 85% availability.
• Ensure that the SAP PM (Planned Maintenance) data and work management meets Samancor Chrome standards at all times
• Monitor corrective maintenance workload vs available manpower
• Coach and mentor team members on effective trackless equipment maintenance management 
• Create quality awareness and quality service awareness within the team
• Provide regular feedback to the Resident Engineer.
• Monitor and minimize overtime worked by team members
• Compile and submit monthly trackless performance report
• Maintain Yellow Machine Report
• Monitor and maintain HQMS procedures

Trackless Fleet availability / reliability:

• Check uptime data, investigate where necessary and take corrective action
• Keep record of breakdowns, call-outs, spares usage, etc. for all trackless equipment.
• Become totally integrated into the mining team to provide a comprehensive trackless support service
• Ensure that relevant trackless equipment spares and adequate quantities are kept in stock, and devise action plan to handle emergency situations
• Establish a practical office management and filing system to promote good administration and record keeping.
• Prioritise and plan work within the team structure
• Compile preventative maintenance schedules on trackless equipment.
• Perform mean time between failures calculations and take steps to solve down-time problems
• Implement modifications / upgrades / major repairs according to procedures

Development:

• Act as linage for the training department in the technical and behavioural training of all your subordinates. 
• Provide specialist technical advice/assistance to mining and engineering team members

Stand by:

• Perform senior stand by duties on designated areas from time to time
• Report any trackless equipment breakdowns which has the potential to or has resulted in a lost blast during call outs immediately to the Resident Engineer
• Provide specialized on-site assistance to trackless personnel if requested.

WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES: 

Systems: 

• Microsoft Programs
• Samancor Chrome Systems (IMS, EBMS, Chromedoc, SAP, Coupa, MES)

Job Skills: 

• Required training as per training matrix
• Soft Skills as identified per department / level

Knowledge: 

• Demonstrate an understanding of Trackless mining operations

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Degree or National Diploma (Engineering)
• N5 studying towards N6 (Engineering)

Experience:

• 4 Years relevant experience (Engineering)

Closing date: 30 September 2026