Master Technician Mechanical at Anglo American

Job Description:

• As Master Technician Mechanicalyou will provide services as required and your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

Safe and Healthy Work Environment

• Uphold safety standards during maintenance work to protect personnel and equipment, while ensuring adherence to all regulatory requirements.
• Perform all work in accordance with SHEQ standards.
• Thoroughly read, sign off, and adhere to all relevant work instructions and standards.
• Attend safety meetings as instructed.
• Maintain cleanliness in your allocated area and apply good housekeeping practices to ensure a hazard-free environment.
• Active participation in SLAMs, HPHs, relevant Risk Assessments, and close-out of Safety Actions.

Performance and Delivery

• Equipment Inspection and Maintenance
• Conduct regular inspections of mechanical systems and equipment.
• Perform routine checks to assess the condition of machinery, identifying any signs of wear or potential failure.
• Assist in the development and execution of preventive maintenance plans
• Collaborate with the Mechanical Technologist to create schedules for maintenance tasks that prevent breakdowns and extend the lifespan of equipment.

Troubleshooting and Repair

• Diagnose mechanical failures and implement effective repair strategies.
• Utilize technical expertise to quickly identify issues and apply the appropriate repairs to minimize equipment downtime.
• Participate in root cause analysis.
• Engage in systematic investigations of equipment failures to determine underlying causes, aiming to prevent recurrence.
• Data Monitoring and Analysis
• Monitor asset health through data analysis.
• Collect and analyze performance data from machinery to track efficiency and identify trends that may indicate potential problems.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections.
• Maintain accurate records of all work performed, enabling effective tracking of equipment history and performance.

Collaboration and Development

• Collaborate with the Mechanical Technologist and work closely with engineering leadership to enhance maintenance protocols and address reliability challenges.
• Support the implementation of reliability-centered maintenance initiatives.
• Assist in adopting strategies focused on maintaining system reliability while optimizing costs and resources.

Training and Mentorship

• Train and mentor junior technicians by sharing knowledge and skills with less experienced team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team.
• This role is in the Engineering (ENG) at a Band 7 level reporting to the Mechanical Technologist.

Qualifications:

• Grade 12/N3 Technical
• Higher National Qualification Mechanical Engineering on NQF5
• Trade Certificate in a Mechanical Field
• A2 Safety Training
• SA Drivers License Code B

Experience

• Knowledge of technical aspects of mechanical maintenance obtained through 3 - 5 years of relevant experience.
• Familiarity with mining maintenance operations (advantageous).
• Awareness of processes, working culture, and challenges associated with mining and processing.
• Understand relevant mining legislation and its application.
• Comprehension of analytical methods, problem-solving techniques, and coordination strategies.
• Knowledge of technical drawing and design, particularly in the mining industry.
• Insight into documentation, sign-off, and approval processes.
• Awareness of risk management techniques and critical controls.
• Understanding safety, health, and environmental legislative, statutory, and regulatory requirements.