Job Opportunities at Epiroc

Main Responsibilities Or Functions Of Job (describe Major Responsibilities)

• To perform Services and breakdown repairs, on Epiroc equipment at customer site.
• To do on the job training of customer artisans during machine services and machine breakdown
• To promote Epiroc best practices of maintenance and services
• To do regular audits of the customers machines
• Check and recommend type of spares and what the recommended stock levels should be.
• Communicate and implement technical news bulletins to customer.

Required Skills and Capabilities:
Experience In Customer Service And Good Interpersonal Skills

• Good planning and organizational skills as required
• An ability to work unsupervised at set standards
• Be willing to travel as and when required in the performance of his duties and training
• Technical knowledge of Epiroc’s products

Educational Qualification

• A suitable trade qualification
• Valid driver’s license is required

Accountability (Main performance evaluation factors for job)

• To perform machine repairs and services in a professional and efficient manner
• To ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business through high work standards

Closing Date: 12 April 2023

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Main responsibilities

• Process proposals promptly
• Perform daily review of system recommended actions provided by ERP, Inventory management and WMS to ensure inventory levels for assigned parts will meet forecast customer demand.  Make decisions to release, firm, cancel or defer parts based on current inventory and demand.  Identify and escalate exceptions promptly
• Expediting orders when required to meet customer expectations
• Track and expedite orders for incoming shipments and backorders
• Review changes in item status for opportunity to cancel/modify open PO's to favorably affect inventory
• Communicate updates to Order Fulfillment and Customer Care (when applicable) team so that accurate purchase order information for promise dates on sales orders is maintained when orders are not programmatically updated
• Monitor PO/DO/RO confirmation by suppliers and trigger any issues related thereto 
• Resolving ACIGNs by providing quality information or appropriate escalations in a timely manner (DC)
• Surplus return coordination
• Execution of surplus orders for regional and global surplus returns in compliance with the surplus return policy
• Arrange transportation with nominated forwarders.
• Redistribution Coordination
• Execution of redistribution orders for regional and global redistributions in compliance with the Redistribution policy
• Coordination and execution of reactive redistributions to support with breakdown escalations
• Arrange transportation with nominated forwarders.
• Communicate priorities to suppliers
• Download and update the open purchase and/or distribution order report daily to ensure all orders have been received by the supplying entities.
• Identify and escalate opportunities to adjust supplier practices to improve cost/service levels for Epiroc
• Maintain open and effective communications with all personnel regarding supply issues (e.g. PO/DO/RO proposals, stock levels, safety stock issues, faulty BOM (service jobs), etc); and their resolutions and escalate when appropriate
• Review and update weekly tracking reports to monitor all forwarders and supplying entities performance and pass information on the divisional inventory management team
• Involve with inventory planning and assist in resolving stock discrepancies
• Support Supply Chain goals in inventory holding cost reduction efforts
• Act as the link between expediting team and inventory control team to highlight any issues regarding stock availability based on backordered items
• Participate in employee development programs including product and application training, business and personal development opportunities (valid for Lead role)
• Facilitate/Escalate and assist with problem resolution with Accounts Payable related to purchase and or distribution orders/receiving.
• Co-ordinate all imports including clearing instructions to the clearing agents
• Additional duties relevant for the function in the region/sub-region/country may occur
• List of specific tasks:
• Material Call-off, replenishment of regional stock locations. LDC, Consignment and Service shops
• Tracking inbound shipment
• Sub-regional re-distribution
• Expediting past due orders
• Internal returns from consignments and Service shops
• Rejected material handling and claims (Wrong quantity and poor quality)
• Monitor inventory levels and follow up for all stocking locations to a specific operations center
• The IR Planner only orders stocked articles based on the Planning tool system GIM. Parts and Consumables not normally stocked are only ordered based on placed customer demand in ERP-system.

Key requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent education is required
• At least 5 years’ experience in similar role
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written)
• Computer Skills Required - MS Office Software (Outlook, Word, and Excel).  Experience working with ERP/WMS is desired.
• Experience in planning and/or purchasing of components as well as equivalent work is meritorious.
• Strong English communication skills both verbal and written
• Local language requirements specific for the SCOC (to be defined)
• High school diploma or equivalent education is required or equivalent experience
• Positive attitude and willingness to collaborate with all functions for the good of Epiroc
• Business oriented and able to communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels
• Openness to change and reactiveness
• Well organized and focused on continuous improvement - there is always a better way!
• Excellent planning and execution capabilities
• Passion and commitment towards the best interest of the company
• Ability to work in a team

Last day to apply: 26 April 2023

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• The General Manager will be responsible for providing inspired leadership for the local legal structure which involves, production, SHEQ, Finance, HR, supply chain, procurement, local and export sales distribution. This includes the development and implementation of operational policies and procedures, legal and Epiroc Group compliance as well as the normal day to day activities of running an efficient operation. The General Manager will lead the local management team and would report directly to the Head of Global Production RGU. The role will be based in Aeroton South Africa.

Mission:

• To Develop and manage a world class, efficient and profitable local legal organization based upon LEAN principles. Ensure legal compliance and develop competence levels of employees and teams and align local strategy with Global Operations strategy.

Responsibilities:

• Provide inspired leadership for the local legal organization and develop world class operational culture.
• Design local strategy and set goals for growth in line with Group, Divisional and Operations Strategy.
• Support international production footprint development.
• Responsible for daily business operations targets and evaluate performance, productivity and profitability.
• Manages and optimize a PC/DC/CC overall operations and financial performance (P&L).
• Analyze financials, production performance, maintenance, logistics, procurement and quality control to identify problems and implement solutions that will improve financial performance and quality.
• Work closely with the local management team to set and implement policies, procedures and systems and to follow through with implementation.
• Lead the management team and HR with recruiting focusing on core competence and diversity.
• Responsible for promoting a healthy company culture that encourages high preforming teams and high morale. Support transparent communication with the management team.
• Responsible for local budgeting, monthly reporting, planning and auditing.
• Analyzing accounting, financial data and control budgets and optimize expenses.
• Responsible for all legal and regulatory process adherence and ensure compliance with laws and regulations, ensures robust plant safety and security inspections, auditing, and training procedures are implemented to meet OSHA and other required regulations.
• Drive and implement local group sustainability projects based on the 2030 targets.
• Lead and implement continuous improvement projects.
• Develop and manage system effectiveness of the QSHE system to meet ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards and requirements.
• Leads labor relations negotiations and engages with union leadership involving local operations.
• Maintain Divisional compliance with The Epiroc Way.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in operations management/engineering or related field.
• Masters in business administration would be an add advantage.
• 10 years’ experience in management, operations, and leadership.
• Recent experience in managing large diverse teams is essential.
• Understanding of finance and budgeting, including profit and loss, balance sheet and cash-flow management is a must.
• Solid understanding of financial management.
• Good understanding and implementation of LEAN principals.
• Sound technical knowledge of production processes
• Experience in compiling and submitting financial and performance reports is essential.

Skills requirements

• Strong Leadership and change management skills
• Proven track record in leading/managing large sized teams
• Ability to build consensus, trust and relationships among managers, partners, and employees.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong in decision making and conflict management skills
• Dependable and Deadline-Oriented
• Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills
• Able to perform in a fast-paced deadline driven work environment

Last day to apply: 18 April 2023

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Main Responsibilities or Functions of Job (describe Major Responsibilities)

• To troubleshoot system problems and the repair of such work
• To perform duties on workshop floor of site and underground
• Rectify all electrical and mechanical breakdowns
• Ensure legal compliance on all machines
• To participate and assure a high standard of work
• Quality work at all times
• After hours and standby duties
• Be part of the safety programme and good housekeeping
• To be part of the workshop team
• Time keeping as per company rules and regulations
• In case of any off site work company to provide transport
• Expected to assist in other areas/divisions in the company when needed

Required Skills and Capabilities

•  Technical background
• Valid driver’s licence
• Good product knowledge
• Interpersonal skills to work as part of the Workshop team
• Be presentable to customers in grooming and dress code

 Educational Qualification

• Grade 12 or NTC 3 with trade qualification
• Trade qualified artisan

Location

• This position is based in the Northern Cape

Closing Date: 17 April 2023

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Mission

• This position is to promote the technical support and communication flow, technical service and competence of the BEV machines within Epiroc and our Customers. To ensure Customer Satisfaction, through the cognizance of machine performance, and availability, including operating costs, and the safety of employees as well as the efficiency of labour.
• Successful implementation of new battery technology in the South African market, delivering on mutual agreed KPI’s for production and costs.
• Develop new local maintenance standards to ensure a pro-active and preventative maintenance strategy.
• Highlight and implement safety standards for battery technology.
• Strengthen the Epiroc brand’s reputation in the BEV technology in the local market.

Main Responsibilities or Job Functions

• Technical Support for BEV customers in your area of responsibility as assigned by your manager.
• Underground and Site visits followed by electronic site reports to manager and customer.
• Conduct regular machine audits on all BEV equipment in your area
• Troubleshooting and technical assistance on BEV machines in your area of responsibility.
• Develop and implement pro-active maintenance strategies with the customer
• Build strong relationships with our BEV customers, as you will be the customer’s first point of contact.
• Expected to assist in other areas / divisions in the Company when needed
• Communications within different departments
• Assist Workshop with compiling quotes for repair and rebuild work
• Be prepared to work outside normal working hours in emergency or breakdown situations.

Main Duties:

• Technical Support for BEV customers include:
• Provide hands on general planned maintenance tasks
• Provide services on battery packs and battery loading station
• Provide hands on preventative maintenance support
• Provide maintenance planning based on machine hours and via condition monitoring (Certiq)

Commissioning of machines :

• Pre-delivery service, some in workshop and on site
• Commissioning of BEV equipment - cold and hot commissioning
• Implementation and monitoring of BEV machines in your area of responsibility
• Weekly status reports
• Suggested improvements to Epiroc and customers
• Record keeping of implementation process with suggested improvements

Communication:

• Electronic site visit reports to costumers and manager
• Customer productivity and machine performance
• Customer technical and commercial problems
• Communication with your manager and or planner, on an ongoing basis of your movements
• Monthly labour utilization must be above 85%, working hours need to be reported daily.

Required Skills and Capabilities:

• Very strong technical background:
• Very good knowledge and experience on TMM hydraulics and mechanical
• Very good knowledge and experience on 24Vdc control circuits on TMM
• Very good knowledge and experience on electrical circuits up to 1000Vac
• Computer literacy – Good working knowledge of Microsoft packages
• Good customer relations
• Good telephone manners and skills
• Interpersonal skills to work with customers and suppliers and to work as part of the Technical Support team
• Develop a strong track record in value adding services with tangible results. Be able to work independently without supervision
• Be presentable to customers in grooming and dress code
• Go the extra mile attitude, never run away from a problem
• Pass medical checks to be allowed to work in underground condition
• Experience on underground TMM equipment.

Educational Qualification:

• Grade 12
• Technical qualification (Trade Test)

Closing Date: 17 April 2023

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• Monthly machine inspections by the Contractor's Site personnel and the Product Specialist will be conducted on-site monthly to assist the Employer in maintaining the Commodities to OEM standards, and the findings from such inspections will be included in reports furnished to the Employer's representative during formal Contract and/or operational forums.
• The contractor will ensure that it provides on-the-job training, coaching, and mentoring in the performance of the services to the Employer's employees throughout the period of the Contract and will furnish the Employer with monthly feedback on the status/progress of such training.
• Provide specialized support on Epiroc machines and systems.
• Carry out scheduled services and breakdown repairs on Epiroc EDS equipment.
• Coaching of Epiroc and Mine employees on how to troubleshoot and repair Epiroc autonomous and other Epiroc systems.
• Fault finding, perform root cause analysis, and rectify technical issues.
• Participate in RCA initiatives to identify reoccurring failures and work together with the Product Company to find sustainable solutions.
• Participate in productivity and efficiency improvement projects.
• Work well with the team to drive a successful output that meets customer requirement.
• Liaise with Epiroc Product Company Engineering representatives to further develop our product.
• Carry out set tests on behalf of the Product Company and report results.
• Ensure timely implementation of Epiroc Safety Campaigns (Technical Service News Bulletin.)
• Works closely with the Demand Planning team to ensure the correct spare parts (mix) in RDC and LDC to support the customer.
• Develop maintenance practices for Epiroc equipment and customers aligned with automation.
• High level of knowledge of Epiroc machines and skills transfer.
• Support on Epiroc back-office programs.

Required Skills and Capabilities:

• Experience in Customer Service and good interpersonal skills
• Good planning and organizational skills as required
• An ability to work unsupervised at set standards
• Be willing to travel as and when required in the performance of his duties and training
• Technical knowledge of Epiroc's products

Educational Qualification

• A suitable trade qualification
• Valid driver's license is required

Closing Date: 17 April 2023

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Main Responsibilities

• The receiving of stock from the DC and Stores, off-loading, opening and unpacking of parcels received
• Assist customers with the collections promptly and ensure that the relevant documents are completed
• After hours stand by when required
• Filing and keeping of records both stores and workshops
• Assist with stock checks in consignment warehouses

Required Skills And Capabilities

• A good knowledge and understanding of general store keeping
• Understanding flow of goods through the warehouse from goods receiving to picking and issuing of goods
• Computer literacy
• Understanding of the BPCS systems will be an advantage
• Interpersonal skills to work with customers and suppliers

Educational Qualification :

• Grade 12 / Technical Background

Other Abilities/Skills :

• Understanding of store keeping.
• Valid driver’s licence
• Clean police record for work in restricted areas

Last day to apply: 12 April 2023

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• The Product Development Engineer role reports into the Epiroc Ground Support R&D Team, with offices based in Johannesburg South. The R&D Department is a collaborative and high-performing team of multidisciplinary engineers who liaise with both internal and external customers to develop innovative ground support and monitoring products and advance scientific knowledge within this field. As a Product Development Engineer, you will continuously develop your understanding of mechanical engineering principals as well as advanced ground support technology, and apply this knowledge towards the design and optimisation of new ground support systems, with a focus on integrating these products into other applicable technologies offered by the Epiroc Group, such as mechanised mining equipment and digital technologies. The successful candidate will enjoy a dynamic and empowering work environment that provides opportunity for personal development and access to a global career path within the Epiroc group.

Core responsibilities include;

• Participate in customer engagement via the marketing team to understand customer requirements and conceptualise solutions.
• Design, develop and validate scalable product solutions to meet requirements.
• Full project life-cycle Management and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to convert conceptual ideas into scalable and marketable products.
• Professional communication both written and verbal.

Requirements for Success

• A driven and top-achieving Mechanical Engineer with a minimum Bachelors Degree, preferably with honours or Masters.
• Ability to problem solve and self-teach new skills and knowledge needed to advance your work.
• Able to demonstrate a history of competence and achievement within the Mechanical Engineering field.
• Aptitude to develop innovative technology within a high-paced environment.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, self-manage, self-prioritise and action accordingly.

Advantageous Experience

• Experience in the mining environment with an understanding of the ground support cycle and equipment.

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• The Digital Products Engineer will lead our aspiration to establish a range of digital, IoT and electronic products for the Ground Support segment and to integrate these products into the global Epiroc Digital eco-system. The Digital Products Engineer will be responsible for the full product development life-cycle, from conceptualisation through to market launch, and will work closely with both internal and external support resources, as well as customers, to develop market leading technologies and solutions. The successful candidate will report into the Ground Support R&D team with offices based in Johannesburg South and will enjoy a dynamic and empowering work environment that provides opportunity for personal development and access to a global career path within the Epiroc group.

The core responsibilities of the role will include:

• Participate in global customer engagement via the marketing team to understand customer requirements and conceptualise solutions.
• Design, develop and validate scalable product solutions to meet these customer requirements.
• Project Management of internal and outsourced development activities and resources, globally.
• Advance the IoT and Mining 4.0 competency of the business line.   
• Professional communication both written and verbal.

Requirements for Success

• A driven and top-achieving Engineer with a minimum Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Electronic or Electromechanical Engineering. (Masters preferred).
• Able to demonstrate a history of competence and achievement within the Electromechanical Engineering field.
• Ability to problem solve and self-teach new skills and knowledge needed to advance your work.
• Aptitude to lead the development of innovative digital technology within a high-pace technical environment.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, self-manage, self-prioritise and action accordingly.

Advantageous Experience

• Experience in IoT technologies and the mining environment with an understanding of the ground support cycle and equipment.
• Experience in technical product development.

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Main tasks

• Placing purchase orders on suppliers 
• Placing Stock orders on Fordia Montreal
• Logistics (Liaising with clearing agents and freight forwarders)
• Freight costings 
• Assisting with customer Invoicing
• General office admin

Experience requirements

• Manufacturing Environment Experience
• Administrative excellence is essential
• Knowledge / Educational requirements
• Matric - Mathematics essential 
• Diploma and or equivalent qualification in administration
• Computer literacy MS Office

Key competencies

• Self-motivated and must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Administration and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and relations.
• Be able to work under pressure.
• Computer literate.
• Be proactive and accurate.
• Is able to build strong & effective working relationships with customers and colleagues.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.

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Main Responsibilities or Functions of Job

• The Product Manager - Components is responsible for the direct management of the component workshop and service team. This position will manage and lead a team of people in allocating workload and managing the day to day operations in the component workshop. It requires the job holder to co-ordinate resources and liaises with internal and external key contacts to ensure work is delivered on time and to a quality standard.

Job Duties

• Responsible for job allocation and job flow in the workshop including job scheduling and labour allocation for the day-to-day operations.
• Manage Work in Progress.
• Ensure that each job opened and closed is conducted in a auditable way and according to the Epiroc Way.
• GMR 2 legal liability in accordance with the metal workers act.
• Manage a service team of ±20 employees
• Co-ordinate resources, (operational and human) schedules and activities to effectively manage jobs
• Ensure supplies are ordered for each job
• Assist with quoting, project management, material purchasing and quality checks
• Ensure correct job numbers are used and that the time records are correct
• Provide oversight and check job estimates
• Manage inward goods, checking quantities, dispatching goods and receipting invoices (workshop related)
• Regularly report progress on each job and quickly communicate delays or concerns with the Workshop Manager as well as the client/s involved. Report on manpower overruns and shortfalls
• Act as a technical advisor on key projects and other areas of the business as requested
• Work with the Workshop Manager to respond to client’s requests for updates on the status of their jobs and keep the communication channels open to ensure information is accurate
• Identify client’s needs and explain / demonstrate the companies service to them, which may involve technical description of products and the way they may be used
• Receive and review feedback from customers and follow up to ensure customer satisfaction
• Work with the to investigate customer complaints and concerns arising from products and suggested appropriate solutions
• Discuss with the team to identify appropriate actions
• Develop and implement systems to record and store information pertaining to client enquiries
• Identify staff who require on-going training and implement training opportunities to ensure that their skills are improved
• Provide feedback to staff that are not performing to the expected level and ensure Human Resources are informed of trends and performance
• Promote a Health and Safety culture within the business
• Relief as Workshop Manager or as Product Manager – Midlife/PDI as and when required.

Educational Qualification

• Mechanical Engineering degree/diploma an advantage
• 10 years minimum (direct working experience) as a manager responsible for Component Workshop operations.
• Work experience with mining equipment OEM’s will be an advantage.

Requires skills, capabilities, and experience

• Strong interpersonal and management skills
• Ability to work with people at various levels from shop floor to executive level
• Must have the client’s best interest at heart
• Must have experience dealing with clients and handling difficult situations with regards to client problems
• Can look beyond the initial customer enquiry and identifying other business opportunities
• People management skills
• Computer literacy with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Work, Excel and Projects
• Quality and productivity focused
• Analytical skills capable to deliver business result based on critical thinking
• Direct knowledge of safety systems
• Good financial and business awareness
• Strong written and verbal skills to communicate with all levels of the Company
• Strong quantitative and critical thinking skills
• Excellent conflict resolution skills, diplomacy and tact
• Persuasive, motivational and persistent
• Excellent planning and resource allocation skills

Core Competencies

• Communication skills
• Good people skills
• Leadership skills
• Energy and stress control
• Teamwork
• Quality orientation
• Time management
• Adaptability / flexibility
• Creative and innovative thinking
• Decision making and judgment
• Planning and organizing
• Problem solving
• Results focused
• Accountability and dependability
• Ethics and integrity
• Mediating and negotiating
• Providing consultation
• Leadership
• Coaching and mentoring
• Staff management
• Enforcing laws, rules, and regulations
• Development and continual learning

Last day to apply: 13 April 2023

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Mission

• This position is to promote the technical support and communication flow, technical service and competence of the BEV machines within Epiroc and Customers.
• To ensure Customer Satisfaction, through the cognizance of machine performance, and availability, including operating costs, and the safety of employees as well as the efficiency of labour.

Main Responsibilities 

• Technical Support for all customers in your area of responsibility as assigned by your manager.
• Underground and Site visits
• Conduct regular machine audits on all equipment in your area
• Deploy field service and service technicians in your area of responsibility when orders are raised by customers
• Follow-up (expediting) of audits and orders for technicians
• Conduct operator and maintenance training as and when required
• Troubleshooting and technical assistance 
• Service schedules for all vehicles in your area
• Build strong relationships with our customers
• Expected to assist in other areas / divisions in the Company when needed
• Communications within different departments
• Assist Workshop with compiling quotes for repair and rebuild work
• Be prepared to work outside normal working hours in emergency or breakdown situations.
• Commissioning of machines 
• Pre-delivery service, some in workshop and on site
• Commissioning of equipment - surface and underground
• Implementation and monitoring of new technologies in area of responsibility
• Weekly status reports
• Suggested improvements to Epiroc and customers
• Record keeping of implementation process with suggested improvements
• Reports on all site visits to clients and manager
• Customer activity / prospects
• Customer problems
• Communication with your office, on an ongoing basis, of your movements
• Monthly Utilisation must be above 85%

Required Skills and Capabilities:

• Very strong technical background
• Computer literacy
• Good customer relations
• Good telephone manners and skills
• Good product knowledge
• Interpersonal skills to work with customers and suppliers and to work as part of the Technical Support team
• Selling technical skills
• Be able to work independently without supervision
• Be presentable to customers in grooming and dress code

Educational Qualification:

• Grade 12
• Technical qualification (Trade Test)
• Experience on underground TMM equipment.
• Extensive travel will be the order of the day and one would be required to spend most of their time in the field.
• This position will also require the individual to work underground.

Last day to apply: 12 April 2023

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Mission

• To form part of a growing team that specializes in software development and the adaptation of proprietary application platforms in-line with customer specific requirements.
• There will be opportunity to participate in core research and development projects on mobile platforms.

Main Responsibilities

• Work with local adaptations of the control system functionality including programming and testing. Feedback new requirements on the system based on the experiences in field.
• Support the ongoing automation projects in the South African market.
• Handle upgrades and do troubleshooting on existing installations.
• Feedback product experience to the product company in Sweden.
• Offer support to product specialist when it comes to advanced software and communication functions and integrations.
• Design and implement customer specific business intelligence tools.

Education and Experience

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science
• 3-4 years prior work experience with electronic and software design.

Experience using the following software:

• C/C++ , Linux – mandatory
• Python - Beneficial
• Android - Beneficial
• HTML5 - Beneficial
• Android - Beneficial
• Java and/or C# - Beneficial
• Systems integration experience
• Advanced SQL skills,
• Experience with multiple reporting suites,

Key competencies

• Self-starter and team player
• Good communication skills internally and externally and willing to develop strong relations with the Development Center in Sweden
• The ability to communicate technical concepts in clear and concise manner. Basic understanding of network protocol such as TCP/IP

Last day to apply is 12 April 2023

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• The HRD product line includes a technologically sophisticated electric-hydraulic rockdrill, developed by Epiroc for hand-held drilling applications. Epiroc has a need to continuously optimise the design of the HRD system for it to remain industry leading, as well as to expand application of the technology to a broader range of new product applications. The Continuous Product Improvement (CPI) Engineer is a core position tasked to lead these objectives for the HRD product line. The role is multidisciplinary including mechanical, hydraulic and electrical engineering, project management and business dimensions. The CPI Engineer will report into the Global Product Development Manager for Epiroc Ground support, with a dotted line report into the HRD- Business Development Manager. The successful candidate will be based out of the Epiroc Ground Support offices in Johannesburg, South Africa, with opportunity to travel both locally and abroad.

Continuous Product Improvement:

• The CPI engineer will be responsible for the continuous improvement of the current HRD technologies through interactions with the RDO’s (end user) and the marketing and sales teams. Additional responsibilities will include the development of new electrically driven products and accessories, needed to provide our customers with a wholistic product system for the conventional mining cycle.

Further roles include;

• New product conceptualisation and scoping. Participate in customer engagement via the marketing team to understand customer requirements and conceptualise solutions.
• Full product development life-cycle management and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to convert conceptual ideas into marketable products.
• Continuously design, develop and validate new product solutions to meet customer and business requirements.
• Value Engineering and supply chain optimisation to continuously improve production costs.
• Professional communication both written and verbal (Technical reports and presentations).
• Balance of desktop work, field trials and customer visits.
• Provide general support to the business line as required.  

Requirements for Success

• Ideally a Bachelor’s degree in Electro-Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering, preferably with honours or Masters. Conventional Mechanical or Electrical Bachelor’s degrees will be considered if the candidate can show suitable experience in Electro-Mechanical engineering work.   
• Project management skills – either through formal qualification or credible experience.
• Able to demonstrate a history of competence and achievement within the Electro-mechanical engineering field.
• Competent in hydraulic systems.
• Aptitude to develop creative and innovative technology within a high-paced environment.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, self-manage, self-prioritise and action accordingly.

Advantageous Experience

• Experience in the mining environment with an understanding of rock drilling technology.