Section Rock Engineer, D4, KNL092/26GS at Seriti

The role:

• Responsible for putting measures in place for the prevention of falls of ground on the operations in area of responsibility through providing effective input into Rock Engineering designs as well as support systems and layouts for the operations.

Responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Ensures effective Rock Engineering service delivery and support to the Mining Operations, Mine Planning, Survey, and Geology sections
• Ensure adherence to organisational best practice and legislative requirements
• Actively participate in creating a safe mining environment
• Maintain effective stakeholder relationships
• Ensure successful teamwork and supervision of Rock Engineering resources
• Continuous improvement of the Rock Engineering function
• Develop quality controls to ensure alignment of operational Rock Engineering interventions, systems, and processes with standardization requirements as well as policies, procedures, and operating standards
• Analyse and interpret Rock Engineering data and information to identify changes in the production environment, defects and safety risks
• Conduct regular inspections and ensure problems are addressed proactively and aligned with Rock Engineering requirements
• Ensure that operating standards, policies, and procedures are appropriate and clearly understood
• Ensure that all activities are performed in line with the Mine Health and Safety Act, and the Minerals Act
• Provide coaching and advice to operational stakeholders related to strata control services and support aligned to best practices
• Provide input into the development of safety standards, processes, policies, and procedures
• Provides guidance to Senior Leadership on technical risk management and relevant mitigating actions
• Support the Life of Mine Plan process where applicable
• Develop and maintain the technology roadmap for rock engineering
• Industry contribution, monitoring and liaison in terms of Strata Control function and statutory requirements, through but not limited to, Mine Professional Associations, ECSA, and Chamber of Mines

Requirements:

• BSc Degree / Diploma in Mining Engineering or a related science field
• Chamber of Mines Certificate in Rock Mechanics
• SANIRE Membership
• 5 years’ experience in Rock Engineering within the Coal mining industry
• Experience in Quality Control and Auditing of Rock Engineering systems and services
• In-depth understanding of relevant safety and mining legislation including: The Mine Health and Safety Act and the Minerals and Energy Act.
• Good knowledge of Seriti Safety and Sustainable development policies, procedures and standards
• Good understanding of relevant legislation pertaining to the Mining Industry including the Mine Health Act.
• Sound knowledge of Seriti Rock Engineering and Operational policies, procedures, standards and guidelines
• Computer literacy (MS Office, SAP or equivalent)
• Valid drivers’ license
• In possession or able to obtain a valid Certificate of Fitness

Advantageous:

• Advanced certificate in Rock Engineering and/or MSc in Rock Engineering
• Management Development Programme
• Practical Mining Production experience
• Experience in ICAM methodology

Please note:

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• A CV with certified copies (certification within a 3-month period) of relevant qualifications, together with ID document & valid driver’s license must be accompanied with your application
• Appointments will be made in line with Employment Equity targets
• All applicants are thanked for their interest
• Applications which have not been responded to within 30 days of closing date should be regarded as unsuccessful
• Communication will be with shortlisted candidates only