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ROLE

• To function as an observer in the underground environment to identify and report on the safe use of NCM products and report deviations.
• (Being a truly customer-focused integrated mine support product and technology group driven by a deep concern for safety and efficiency of our customers).

PURPOSE

• The purpose of the role is to provide an observation and report service between NCM and the Customer.
• To ensure that all relevant information is effectively communicated to NCM and the Customer in the provision of quality service and use of NCM products.

QUALIFICATION / CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Matric
• RSA Driver’s License
• One on One on the Job Training certificate (Beneficial)
• Assessor certificate (Beneficial)
• Comp A or B (Beneficial)
• Employment subject to medical fitness test as per mine requirement

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• Communication skills
• A team player able to work well with & provide support/assistance to Managers and Customers
• Reliable to operate independently
• Computer literacy – MS Office applications (Basic)
• Cultural Sensitivity / Organizational Culture
• Report writing skills (Preferably English)
• Training / Coaching ability (Beneficial)

COMPETENCY – SELF

• Self-disciplined and good timekeeping
• Organized
• Flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances and work relocation
• Service oriented

COMPETENCIES – OTHERS

• Able to relate to and influence the workforce positively in the underground workplace
• Communicating and listening
• Information gathering and sharing; Relationship building

COMPETENCIES – WORK

• Practical judgement and safety awareness
• Proactive in identifying problems and issues
• Resolve issues, problems, and complaints.
• Results and Deadline oriented

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Mission of the Role

• It all starts with people. People like you. Join us a Painting Operator. You will play an essential role in the enhancement of production in the Taper Bit Plant.

Your Mission:

• Carry out the painting of taper bits in accordance with established standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper functioning of the paint booth and associated equipment.
• Operate the Roto Blast machine safely and efficiently.
• Assist in the assembly of bits and perform related tasks as required.
• Support other departments and perform additional duties as assigned to ensure smooth operations.

Your Profile:

• Minimum Grade 12 / Standard 10
• Knowledge of safety standards.
• Medically fit to work in dusty / paint environment.
• Good understanding of TRACC(5S)
• Previous experience in similar environment would be an advantage.
• Be willing to work shifts or prescribed overtime as and when required.

Closing Date: 21 August 2025

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Mission of the Role:

• It all starts with people. People like you. Join us as an Electrification Engineer. You will support local and customer organizations in preparing for sustainable operation of BEV and electrification products through technical projects, change management, coaching, mentoring, and training.
• You will also ensure customer satisfaction by focusing on machine performance, availability, operating costs, employee safety, and labor efficiency.

Your Mission:

• Lead initiatives to improve reliability and performance of electrification products.
• Monitor and report on asset performance and KPIs.
• Develop knowledge bases using reliability engineering and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Support development of SLA and service proposals for sustainable customer operations.
• Assist during hyper-care phase after equipment delivery.
• Serve as a project contributor and technical expert.
• Drive implementation of Technical Service News Bulletins (TSNBs).
• Regularly report on equipment performance.
• Develop and implement engineering improvements.
• Communicate performance issues to Product Companies (PCs).
• Conduct site audits and make recommendations.
• Maintain asset tracking tools like Machines Online (MOL).
• Promote electrification knowledge and skills within the organization.
• Provide training and coaching to customers on product usage and maintenance.
• Track and report on key metrics like MTBF, MTTR, Availability, and Utilization.
• Identify and act on operational improvement opportunities.
• Lead and report on improvement programs.
• Ensure adherence to Epiroc’s warranty processes and analyze warranty data.

Your Profile:

• Electrical/Mechatronic Engineering Degree or Equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience within a mining environment
• Experience in reliability engineering and/or maintenance engineering roles
• Formal exposure to Continuous Improvement Methodologies (Eg. Kanban, 6Sigma, PDCA etc.)
• Experience in BI Development (PowerBi, Tableu etc.) will be an added advantage.

Closing Date: 25 August 2025

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• The objectives of this position are to identify opportunities for continuous improvement throughout Operations and lead the improvement implementation with the Organization in collaboration with Management, EPS Change Agents, Foremen and team leaders. The role will lead lean initiatives for the purpose of efficiency, cost, and time improvements throughout the organization

Responsibilities:

• Identify continuous improvement opportunities and lead continuous improvement projects using Epiroc A3 problem solving format.
• Be a driver and promoter of lean philosophy and methods
• Apply appropriate change management processes to ensure buy-in and smooth transition in the implementation of CI
• Develop a continuous improvement culture in the production site.

Guiding and coaching all levels in the effective utilization of the associated tools for each Best Practice through active involvement and presence in the relevant department, including:

• Daily Gemba walks to review visual boards, machine measures, actions plan, shift documentation, 5S,  
• Attending project improvement meetings, operations meetings, shift handovers and Pulse meetings,
• Effectively participate in 5Why and RCA sessions.
• Identifying  opportunities for improvement in all of the above
• Attending training sessions
• Implement and monitor indicators to measure KPIs
• Track continuous improvement metrics such as safety, cost savings, time savings, efficiency gains, etc. and report on a routine basis.
• In collaboration with teams, create standard communication channels to support a structure of autonomous teams.
• Analysis of the problems in plant in collaboration with the Opex change agents, operators and supervisors.
• Develop and facilitate learning exercises, experiments and workshops
• Train people in the industrial area through facilitating tools and methodologies related to continuous improvement.
• Improve operational performance in its dimensions: safety, quality, delivery and cost by improving efficiency, reducing lead time, improving productivity, and creating efficient processes of material and information flows.
• Take a process approach to CI with proven lean methodology's (such as DMAIC, ISO, Total Quality Management, Kaizen, 5S, PDCA, etc.)
• Develop, maintain and audit SOPs and Ways of Working to be more efficient and effective
• Responsible for the successful implementation of the CI plan
• Document the plan and have the plan agreed by all HOD’s and the Leadership team.
• Ensure that local project /strategy aligns with Corporate long-term goals and Epiroc Way
• Report and document CI, provide regular feedback to the relevant forums (e.g. SC and quarterly review meeting, and other relevant communication channels)
• Work with the quality department to ensure First Pass Yield (FPY) is achieved and failures are reduced. develop, maintain and audit SOPs and Ways of Working to be more efficient and effective

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline is preferred; extensive relevant experience may be considered in lieu of formal education
• Lean / Six Sigma / Kaizen experience is highly preferred
• High level of computer proficiency, experience working in MS office, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Outlook, SharePoint and Teams
• Highly developed collaboration skills, ability to work within a team and independently
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation communication skills
• Maintain courteous and professional demeanor and communication with internal and external customers at all times

Critical competences

• Leadership.
• Strategic and business vision.
• People development.
• Commitment.
• Control and activity follow up.
• Drives engagement.
• Builds Networks.
• Client orientation.

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Purpose of the Job: 

• Overall responsibility for the R&D Test Engineer is to maintain the efficient operation of the RGU Application Centre and team, expansion of product and geotechnical knowledge within the company, development of testing methods for various products, analysis and interpretation of technical test data, generation of technical reports and academic papers.
• Maintain the company vision of technical excellence within the rock reinforcement industry. Ensure that customers receive accurate technical product information in the shortest possible timeframe.
• Collaboration with our Product development, Sales and Marketing teams to provide technical data differentiating our products and service offering through continuous innovation.

Qualification Requirements

• Min B.Sc. Electro-Mechanical / Mechatronics/ Mechanical

Knowledge & Experience

• 2D and 3D CAD modelling experience essential
• Basic knowledge of coding, ideally LabVIEW/ VBA for Excel
• Familiar with research methodologies and processing of quantitative data
• Analysis of Material Properties
• Technical report generation
• Project management of testing programs

Competencies

• Self-managing; works well under little supervision
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic
• Academically inclined with an eagerness to continuously learn and develop knowledge
• Confidence to question and verify information
• Good interpersonal skills – customer focused
• Able to work comfortably in a high-paced environment
• Able to manage a small team of lab technicians and assistants
• Good communication skills, Comfortable with public speaking
• Technically astute and detail focused

Responsibilities

• Technical reading and writing in English – Fluent
• Proficient in the use of MS Office and other computer packages
• Ability to use Mechanical CAD systems
• Administration of heavy laboratory test equipment, sample preparation and test execution. 
• Test procedures and Scheduling tests
• Specimen Drawings, generating Bill of Materials for tests
• Design of new tests
• Analysis of test results and compilation of Reports
• Generation of product drawings and specifications
• Review of document updates
• Mechanical product design and testing as required
• Other reasonable responsibilities and duties requested by Manager and Executives

Closing date: 15th August 2025