Jobs at Exxaro Resources

Job Advert Summary

• Exxaro Resources is seeking a dedicated Assistant Manager, Engineering for our Grootegeluk Coal Business Unit in Lephalale, South Africa.
• This contract role is perfect for an innovative leader passionate about optimising operational performance.
• You will direct and coordinate through project life cycles, ensuring readiness, compliance, and alignment with business strategies.
• Key responsibilities include asset and financial management, overseeing effective people and operational support, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Candidates should have a B Tech or BEng in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and 8 years' relevant experience.
• You will ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental policies while managing risks and enhancing process capabilities.
• Exxaro offers a dynamic work environment where you can apply your creativity, accountability, and ability to develop trust.
• Join us to advance your career with a company that values safety, stewardship, and innovation.
• Be part of a team

Minimum Requirements

• B Tech or BEng in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (Essential/Minimum)
• Government Certificate of Competence in Engineering (Essential/Minimum)
• Management Development Programme completion (Essential/Minimum)
• A minimum of 8 years relevant experience in plant, production, operational, maintenance, project management, design, and development (Essential/Minimum)
• Proficiency in asset management and use of Physical Asset Management and Reliability Centered Management principles
• Thorough understanding of compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act, Mine Health and Safety Act, and other relevant standards and policies
• Experience in leading continuous improvement initiatives and applying Theory of Constraints principles
• Proven experience in customer and client relationship management within an engineering context
• Effective people management skills with the ability to develop and maintain individual development plans
• Strong financial management skills, including preparing and controlling budgets
• Psychometric Assessment (Essential/Minimum) (To be conducted by Exxaro)
• Certificate of Fitness (Essential/Minimum) (To be conducted by Exxaro)

Duties & Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate operational aspects of projects, ensuring they align with business strategies and goals.
• Manage asset life cycles and optimise asset performance through Physical Asset Management and Reliability Centered Management principles.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Mine Health and Safety Act, and company SHE policies.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, applying Theory of Constraints principles to enhance process capabilities and reduce costs.
• Provide technical and operational support to project and operational teams, ensuring high standards are maintained.
• Prepare and control the section's annual budget, monitor expenditures, and drive cost-effective practices.
• Promote teamwork, support staff development, and manage performance through individual development plans.
• Evaluate and manage capital projects, ensuring completion within specified timeframes and budgets with minimal risk.
• Coordinate commissioning and quality assurance processes, providing technical inputs for designs and reviews.
• Foster a culture of safety, ensuring a healthy environment and safe operational practices are maintained.

Closing Date

• 2025/07/11

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Job Advert Summary

• Join Exxaro Resources as a Section Engineer in Kriel, Mpumalanga, and unlock a significant career opportunity in a permanent role tailored for professionals with a B Tech or BEng in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• This dynamic position at Matla Coal requires 6-8 years of expertise in maintenance and project management.
• You will spearhead capital projects, enhance asset performance, and ensure strict compliance with industry requirements.
• As a key player, you will manage financial performance, develop operational policies, and lead a dedicated, high-performing team, all while prioritising safety and fostering innovation.
• Exxaro Resources offers a vibrant, collaborative work environment that rewards creativity and results-driven efforts.
• The ideal candidate will possess a Government Certificate of Competence.
• Join us at Exxaro and contribute your expertise to a company focused on operational excellence and sustainable growth.

Minimum Requirements

• B Tech or BEng in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (Essential/Minimum)
• Government Certificate of Competence: Engineering (Essential/Minimum)
• 6-8 years of relevant maintenance and project management experience (Essential/Minimum)
• Management Development Programme completion (Essential/Minimum)
• Psychometric Assessment completion (Essential/Minimum)(To be conducted by Exxaro)
• Certificate of Fitness (Essential/Minimum)(To be conducted by Exxaro)
• MHS Act Regulation 2.13.3.1 (Essential/Minimum)
• Engineering Council of SA registration (PrEng) (Desirable)
• Strong knowledge of asset management principles including Physical Asset Management and Reliability Centred Management
• Proven experience in managing statutory compliance and adherence to engineering standards

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee capital projects to ensure alignment with business objectives, within scope, budget, and time constraints.
• Optimise asset performance to support business strategies, ensuring availability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and company-specific regulations, including adherence to the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Mine Health and Safety Act.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and meeting engineering standards.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team, providing guidance, support, and performance management to achieve operational goals.
• Manage financial performance by preparing budgets, forecasting costs, and monitoring expenditures and cash flow.
• Promote a safe and healthy work environment, ensuring adherence to Safety Health and Environmental policies, and fostering a culture of safety.
• Facilitate continuous improvement and innovation in asset management practices, ensuring the application of Physical Asset Management and Reliability Centered Management principles.
• Engage with stakeholders to address engineering challenges and support sustainable business growth and efficiency.
• Champion creativity, collaboration, and a results-driven approach while encouraging inclusivity and adaptability within the team.

Closing Date

• 2025/07/10