Systems Specialist at De Beers Group

Job Description:

You will also:

• Install, configure, repair, inspect and commission hardware, software and telecommunication system components of a diverse technical nature.
• Manage technical documentation and system configuration files
• Upgrade TMM onboard- and Mine Automation Systems with new hardware and software to keep it up to date
• Plan preventative and corrective maintenance tasks on TMM onboard- and Mine Automation Systems
• Conduct routine maintenance and services on TMM onboard- and Mine Automation Systems
• Report and document results after aforementioned actions have been completed
• Guide colleagues in service methods and use of tools-of-the-trade
• Share own subject matter expertise to enable colleagues to expand their knowledge

Qualifications:

Education required:

• Grade 12 certificate, or equivalent NQF level 4 qualification

One of the following qualifications at NQF level 6:

• National N Diploma Engineering Studies (preference Electrical/Light Current) (N4/N5/N6)
• National Diploma Engineering: Electrical (preference Light Current/Mechatronics/Telecommunications)
• National Diploma in Electronic/Mechanical (Mechatronics) Engineering (Field 006 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology or Field 012 - Physical Planning and Construction)

The following will be advantageous:

Trade Certificate of Competence in one of the following trades:

• Millwright (Electro-mechanical)
• Mechatronics Technician
• Instrument Mechanician
• Transportation Electrician (Auto Electrician)
• Telecommunication Technician

Additional requirements:

• Be prepared to work Contops, odd shifts and standby as per the departmental requirements
• Computer Literacy - MS Office Suite (Word/Excel/Power Point/Outlook)
• Effective communication skills in English (written and verbal)
• Valid EB/Code 08 Drivers License
• Successfully obtain a Red Ticket (Medical Fitness certificate)
• The post is dependent on the successful completion of the Company’s pre-employment protocol such as qualifications verification, relevant psychometric assessments and a clear security clearance 

Experience required:

• Minimum 5-7 years (post-graduation) continuous work experience in the engineering or mining industry of which a minimum of 3 years must have been in a supervisory capacity
• Minimum 3 years practical experience in underground Mine Automation System maintenance and support at system technical level
• Computer literate and proven understanding and experience with ICT/IIT systems, industrial automation and associated technologies and terminology

Closing Date: 18th, March 2022