Winder Fitter at Gold Fields Limited

The Winder Fitter is accountable for the execution of general and specialist winder and associated installation maintenance, repairs and project work.  The incumbent delivers scheduled and unscheduled tasks as assigned to ensure safe and optimal Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).  A core accountability of the role is to maintain the highest possible safety standards in area of operation and influence.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12/N3 or equivalent
• Relevant Fitter Trade Certificate
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a winder fitter with working knowledge of maintenance regimes associated with different winders such as single drum, double drum and Blair Multi-Rope winders and associated equipment
• Proven track record, advanced knowledge and diagnostic experience on hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Proficiency in different pumping sections both dirty and clean water, crushing equipment, conveyor belts, main ventilation fans, ore handling systems and processes.
• Be declared medically fit for the position and environment, as determined by a risk-based medical examination at the Gold Fields Occupational Health Centre and pass a Heat Tolerance Screening test, and such other tests as may be required to assess the applicant’s suitability for employment

Key Competencies:

• Accomplished personal safety track record
• Proven interpersonal, collaborative and communication skills
• Independent, proactive thinker and ability to schedule and deliver work within tight deadlines
• Advanced proficiency in winder maintenance, hydraulic and pneumatic diagnostics and repairs
• High level of multi-skilling and a good team player
• Must be able to read complex mechanical drawings

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure health and safety of self and team members by applying relevant standards and procedures in all planning and execution of maintenance activities.
• Perform inspections in accordance with the Mine Health and Safety Act regulations, manufacturing and Company standards
• Promote and develop team work to become an affective team member
• Ensure that condition monitoring of equipment, scheduled and planned maintenance are conducted effectively.
• Timely response to breakdown management, conduct appropriate root cause analysis and diagnosis
• Perform maintenance repairs, fabrication and installation work on all assigned equipment
• Report all defects and breakdowns on equipment and machinery to the foreman
• Assist with expansions and construction of new equipment or installations
• Develop, modify, construct and install related equipment required for the safe operation of all engineering equipment
• Identify spares requirements and order according to departmental procedure
• Create and maintain job cards according to our SAP system and requirements
• Work overtime, standby and be available for call-outs should the need arise