Senior Foreman - Mechanical Central Mach at De Beers Group

Job Description:

As our Senior Engineering Foreman (Mechanical) you will be required to maintain and assist in the operation of equipment and systems according to sound engineering practice and equipment specifications by:

• Over-inspecting daily activities on the plant to ensure maintenance according to organizational standards
• Co-ordinating and monitoring equipment availability to ensure attainment of production targets
• Communicating equipment information and changes to relevant stakeholder to minimize production delays
• Continuously analyze equipment deficiencies and recommend and/or implement improvements and changes to maximize equipment utilization
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders of the production process to ensure operational optimization
• Planning activities in accordance to production, breakdowns and maintenance schedules and allocate and source resources as required
• Performing administrative duties to ensure record accuracy and availability, budget compliance and spares availability
• Communicating with clients and supervisors to inform on maintenance activities performed and availability of equipment
• Ensuring compliance to company policies and procedures and legal requirements training and development of subordinates
• This role is in the Ore Processing, Engineering department on a Band 7 level and reporting to the Plant Engineer

Qualifications:

You will be required to have the following:

• N2/N3 National Engineering Certificate (Mechanical)
• Recognized Mechanical Trade Certificate with Red Seal
• MHSA 2.9.2 Legal Certificate
• Computer Literacy – MS Works Suite (Word/Excel/Power Point/Outlook)
• 5 years post-qualification experience within mining production environment managing people
• Previous experience as engineering foreman will be advantageous
• Foreman’s Certificate or Senior Foreman’s Certificate will be advantageous
• Knowledge of Mine Health & Safety Act (Act 29 of 1996) as amended
• Knowledge of the Mechanical discipline (E.g. crushers, pumps, screens and conveyors including rigging and fitting activities)

Closing Date:

• 01 August, 2025