Job Vacancies at Murray & Roberts

Job description

The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not be limited to:

• Effective daily team supervision
• Effective survey and valuation services to support mine performance
• Identify survey data needed for shaft equipping work as per daily planning schedule
• Verification of survey measures via internal checking processes
• Draught layouts and DME plans
• Update and maintain shaft survey plans
• Monthly and daily survey measurements and reporting
• Survey layouts in conjunction with planning
• Proactive identification and mitigation of mine survey risks
• Self and team understand and comply with M&RC’s policies, procedures, standards, and safety protocols
• Effective self and team management in alignment with M&RC’s values

Minimum requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Advanced Mine Surveying Certificate [Essential]
• Advanced Mine Valuation Certificate [Essential]
• MS Office proficient [MS Projects, Excel]
• Valid Medical certificate of Fitness
• Covid-19 Coronavirus Vaccination Certificate [Site Specific]
• Valid driver’s license
• Competency in mine survey / planning software [site specific]
• Proficiency in mining software [Microstation/

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Job description

Key Responsibility:

• Conduct investigations to identify the root causes of issues in PV plants and equipment for effective problem-solving.
• Implement strategies for preventative maintenance to improve the reliability and lifespan of solar installations.
• Efficiently switch between on-site inspections and remote monitoring to find faults in PV plants.
• Perform on-site repairs and maintenance tasks to minimize downtime.
• Apply knowledge of Quality Systems to uphold high standards in O&M activities.
• Follow Occupational Health & Safety and Environmental regulations to ensure a safe work environment.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, fostering lasting relationships through clear communication.
• Apply basic financial accounting principles for client invoicing and quotation preparation.
• Utilize Microsoft, particularly Excel, for data analysis and exporting.
• Demonstrate determination and effectiveness under continuous pressure.
• Maintain a proactive mindset, identifying potential issues before they become major problems.
• Apply independent judgment for informed decision-making in problem-solving scenarios.
• Demonstrate a keen attention to detail in root cause analysis, maintenance, and reporting.
• Issue electrical certificates of compliance (COC) and use test equipment such as IV curve tester, Insulation tester (Megger), Multi-meter.
• Be medically fit to work on different sites.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Respond to reported faults within 24 hours.
• Minimize system downtime to less than 5% through efficient on-site repair.
• Achieve a preventative maintenance completion rate of 95% or higher.
• Respond to remote monitoring alerts within one hour.
• Maintain a client satisfaction rate of 90% or higher.
• Ensure an accuracy rate of 95% or higher in root cause analyses.
• Conduct day-to-day activities in a safe manner in order to contribute to the Company’s requirement of zero harm and Stop.Think. Act.24/7

Minimum requirements

Qualification:

• Minimum of N3 in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Trade Test section 13 or 26D with 3-phase Wireman’s License.
• Electrical Engineering Diploma will be an advantage.

Work Experience:

• At least 2 years' experience in renewable energy (solar) and/or electrical maintenance.
• Knowledge and experience with AC and DC work will be beneficial.
• Experience with online PV plant monitoring systems will be beneficial.
• Experience in the operation and maintenance of photovoltaic plants will be beneficial.
• Professional communicator comfortable interacting with clients.
• Experience in project management and O&M of solar systems will be an advantage.
• Preference will be given to South African Citizens, Clear Criminal Record, Valid Driver’s License.