Mechanical Foreman at RPO Recruitment

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the maintenance and repair of all mining equipment, including rock drills, thrustlegs and other machinery.
• Oversee all equipment installations on surface and underground.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules and procedures to ensure equipment is kept in good working order.
• Conduct regular inspections (Surface & Underground) of all equipment to identify and address any potential problems before they cause downtime.
• Ensure that mining crews are trained to operate equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitor equipment performance and provide feedback and coaching as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities and equipment performance.
• Ensure that all maintenance and repair work is carried out in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance of site including, health & safety, equipment and employees.
• Ensure effective asset management.
• Management of all critical and consumable spares.
• Manage the compliment and competence of staff
• Oversee all on site personal and functions.

Requirements: 

• Matric
• National Diploma/ Degree in Mechanical Engineering,
• Alternatively Red Seal (Trade Tested: Millwright, Fitter, Electrician: preferably expertise in at least two trades) know electricity and mechanical
• 5+ years of experience in a similar maintenance role on a mine.
• Must have experience managing maintenance teams.
• Experience in training management of employees and mining crews.
• Prior experience in asset management.
• Proven track record in project management, specifically in engineering and maintenance projects on a mine.
• Expertise in optimizing Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
• Proficiency in risk management, including identifying and mitigating risks through Preventive Maintenance (PPM)
• Technical understanding of various maintenance methodologies and mining standards
• Experience in compiling Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and reporting structures
• Valid Medical Certificate or medically fit to work underground
• No criminal record