Open Positions at Epiroc

Core responsibilities / expectations

• The purpose of this position is to ensure that our machines leaving PC to the customer meet the correct quality standards. Based on technical specifications, test and verify that the test object meets the set requirements regarding quality and function.
• The incumbent will be responsible for checking and verifying the product's properties.
• Create and close Action Lists
• Investigate deviations and be active in NCR generation
• Compilation of machine documentation in the MOL database
• Responsible for the approval of the product and its documentation according to the routine in the management system
• Report daily deviations
• Work with 5S - maintain order and use approved and calibrated production equipment.

Testing:

• Mechanics
• Electrical
• Hydraulics
• Driving characteristics (safety, ergonomics, function, quality)
• Pre-Acceptance
• Verification and execution based on international and national requirements/standards.

Competences, skills and experience

• Matric or equivalent
• Competent Millwright
• Product knowledge and experience in fault finding
• Knowledge in operating all AARD machines
• Safe lifting
• Safe driving of vehicle
• Computer literacy (Excel and Word)
• B driver's license
• Assembly experience and experience with pressure settings.
• Sufficient knowledge in the product areas one operates within to ensure the product's function and quality to the customer.

Personality

• Teamwork
• Collaboration
• Self-driven

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Mission:

• The purpose of the Junior Electronic Design Engineer is to play a pivotal role in developing Collision Awareness/Avoidance Systems (CxS), ensuring adherence to industry standards. Tasks encompass assisting in embedded and electronic applications development, supporting product maintenance, requirements management, implementation, testing, and compliance efforts under senior engineers' guidance. This role fosters innovation and efficiency within our electronic systems development.

Main Responsibilities or Functions of Job:

Electronic Systems Design and Development:

• Assist with design and development of Mernok’s current and future Collision Awareness/Avoidance Systems (CxS), ensuring adherence to industry standards and best practices.
• Assists in developing robust embedded applications for microcontrollers/microprocessors within control systems, employing cutting-edge technologies to meet performance and reliability requirements.
• Assist with the design of electronic applications from schematic capture to test, employing advanced engineering practices to meet rigorous requirements and standards.

Product Support and Maintenance:

• Support and maintain existing and new product designs, including software updates, PCB revisions, and documentation generation, to ensure product reliability and longevity.
• Implement electronic designs across hardware, firmware, and software layers, ensuring seamless integration and functionality.
• Help production and technical teams as needed, ensuring high-quality product delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Help clients as needed, ensuring customer satisfaction.

Requirements Management and Simulation:

• Assist with deriving and managing requirements at the board or chip level and considering system aspects such as noise and power distribution for optimal performance.
• Perform simulations at various levels and conduct system safety analyses to identify and mitigate potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Review and validate the choice of components to meet performance, reliability, and safety requirements.

Testing, Verification, and Compliance:

• Conduct thorough hardware testing and implement necessary corrections to meet design specifications and quality standards.
• Ensure that external interfaces align with specifications, including voltage levels and timing requirements, for seamless integration with other systems.
• Ensure electronic assemblies are manufactured to acceptable standards, verifying quality and reliability.
• Oversee testing at various system and subsystem levels, ensuring all requirements are adequately verified and documented.
• Review and evaluate changes to electronic designs, assessing impacts and obtaining necessary approvals to maintain product integrity.

Documentation and Build Management:

• Generate comprehensive production data packs and product support documentation to facilitate effective product assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Provide official builds for formal programming and testing, ensuring consistency and reliability in product releases.

Configuration Management:

• Establish and maintain development and supporting processes, including Configuration Management and ESD protocols, to ensure compliance and traceability.

Learning and Growth:

• Participate in activities as described in Personal Development Plan, as agreed with the Engineering Manager
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and skills development processes (best practice, lessons learnt, etc.).

Health, Safety & Environment:

• Take responsibility for your own safety in the workplace.
• Ensure that your immediate work area is safe and that you report all incidents and near misses.
• Comply to all health, safety and environmental rules and requirements as set by the Company.

Sustainability Goals:

• Acquaint yourself with the sustainability targets and goals as set by the Company from time to time.
• Support the Company in achieving the targets and goals

Education and Experience:

Experience

• Beginner experience required in firmware, hardware, or software design. (0 - 2 Years)
• Intermediate experience is required in demonstrating problem-solving abilities honed through practical experience, including the proven capacity to tackle complex challenges inherent in software development, devise innovative and effective solutions, and consistently deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Specialist experience is required in effective communication and collaboration, encompassing the ability to articulate ideas clearly, listen to feedback constructively, and work cohesively with team members across different disciplines to achieve project goals.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in electronic engineering, computer science or a related field is required. Coursework in electronics, circuit theory, digital systems, and signal processing is essential.

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Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Improving efficiencies within the production environment.
• Decreasing costs.
• Develop SOPs for all operations related to production.
• Problem solving on all CNC operations.
• Continuous improvements on all CNC operations.
• Maintaining of all equipment and ensuring schedules are followed.
• Maintaining of tool room and stock holding of cutting tips.
• Focus on developing and assisting the quality department.
• Communication between shifts are clear and followed up.

Competences, Skills and Experience:

• Fluent in G-code programming on Fanuc, Haas and Okuma machines
• Must be able to set up both lathe and milling CNC machines
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a CNC workshop environment, managing a shift with multiple reporting staff and machines under your control.
• People management skills
• Attention to detail

Educational Qualifications

• Matric

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Main Responsibilities or Functions of Job:

Assistance in Manufacturing Processes:

• Assist in the assembly, testing, and packaging of electronic equipment and/or devices according to established procedures.
• Assists in the building of test units and prototypes.
• Assists with the wiring of production units.
• Perform tasks such as soldering components, operating hand tools, and following production instructions to ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production targets and address any issues that arise during the manufacturing process.
• Perform housekeeping tasks as necessary.
• Provide general assistance to the production manager, engineers, and technicians.

Quality Control:

• Conduct inspections and tests on electronic equipment and/or devices to identify defects or deviations from quality standards, making necessary adjustments as required.
• Document inspection results and communicate findings to supervisors or quality control personnel.
• Follow quality control procedures to maintain product integrity and customer satisfaction.

Equipment Maintenance:

• Perform routine maintenance tasks and clean manufacturing tools to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
• Clean and lubricate tools, conduct minor repairs, and report any equipment malfunctions to the production manager.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and equipment operating procedures to prevent accidents and damage to tools.

Adherence to Safety Standards:

• Follow safety protocols and regulations to maintain a safe working environment.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and adhere to safety guidelines when handling electronic components and tools.
• Report any safety hazards or incidents to supervisors and participate in safety training programs as required.

Learning and Growth:

• Participate in activities as described in Personal Development Plan, as agreed with the Production Manager.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and skills development processes (best practice, lessons learnt, etc.).

Health, Safety & Environment:

• Take responsibility for your own safety in the workplace.
• Ensure that your immediate work area is safe and that you report all incidents and near misses.
• Comply to all health, safety and environmental rules and requirements as set by the Company.

Sustainability Goals:

• Acquaint yourself with the sustainability targets and goals as set by the Company from time to time.
• Support the Company in achieving the targets and goals

Required Skills and Capabilities:

• Ability to read, and interpret technical procedures and effectively communicate in English
• Ability to apply concepts of basic math
• Ability to handle and manipulate small components
• Hand Tools Knowledge
• Good Housekeeping skills
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Knowledge on the usage of measuring equipment
• General Administrative skills

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent with Mathematics and either science or a related technical subject

Competence:

• Timekeeping skills
• Willingness to work beyond normal office hours when required.
• Ability to handle repetitive tasks.

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Mission:

• We are seeking a skilled and experienced CNC Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience operating both CNC mills and turning machines. You will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining CNC machinery to ensure high-quality production output. Your attention to detail, precision, and ability to troubleshoot will be key in this role.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:
 
Machine Setup and Operation:

• Set up and operate CNC mills and turning machines according to specifications and production requirements.
• Load raw materials into the machine and perform initial setup checks to ensure proper alignment and calibration.

Programming and Adjustment:

• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and CAD files to understand production requirements.
• Input and modify CNC programs as needed to optimize production processes and achieve desired outcomes.

 Quality Control:

• Perform regular quality checks on finished products using precision measuring tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges).
• Identify and correct any deviations from specifications to ensure high-quality production standards.

 Maintenance and Troubleshooting:

• Conduct routine maintenance on CNC machines to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any issues that arise during the production process to minimize downtime.

 Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of production output, machine settings, and maintenance activities.
• Report any issues, defects, or discrepancies to the Production Supervisor/Manager promptly.

 Safety and Compliance:

• Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and company policies.

Competences, Skills and Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience operating CNC mills and turning machines.
• Programming experience and basic Hurco knowledge is advantageous 
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings and blueprints.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to use precision measuring tools accurately.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and knowledge of machine maintenance.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.

Educational Qualifications:

• High school certificate or equivalent; technical certification or associate degree in machining or a related field preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry material
• Prolonged periods of standing and working with machinery.
• Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.

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Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Coordinate, implement and maintain an integrated certified management system (IMS) that fulfills the ISO 9001, ISO14001, ISO 45001 standards for Epiroc SA Pty Ltd (Customer sites  as required by Epiroc and/or Customer).
• Be the primary driver of the SHEQ system ,processes and procedures at the PSD Service Centre in Kathu ,Northern Cape. This includes ISO implementation and maintenance for the premises and provide support to the Local Distribution Centre (LDC) on request and as needed.
• Customer Safety File Compliance (Legal, RA's, Checklists, Training rollout, Continuous Improvements, etcetera)
• Drive ,with support from Epiroc Leadership all Epiroc SHEQ systems, and initiatives ,such as Safestart training ,continuous improvements projects(local and global) ,Group campaigns as well as local roadshows and programs
• Implement and maintain hazard / aspect and risk / impact awareness program / campaigns
• Implement, assist and control SHEQ risk assessments and make recommendations for improvements as required to the Mine and Epiroc Site Manager as well as Regional SHEQ Specialist.
• Ensure all SHEQ requirements are adhered to, including the issue and use of PPE, with the objective of achieving the Mine and/or Epiroc target of zero accidents, incidents, and property damage.
• Coordinate, report, and control accurate record keeping relating to SHEQ statistics and participate on incident investigations as and when required.
• Participate in daily / weekly / monthly SHEQ or other meetings and report any SHEQ statistics as required at within your areas of responsibility
• Assist with COIDAct (Compensation, Occupation, Injuries and Diseases Act) implementation, reporting and compliance.
• Ensure that SHEQ Objectives and targets for Epiroc South Africa are rolled out and effectively implement at areas of responsibilities ( Mine including Customer Continuous improvement initiatives ).
• Assist and support the roll out of the Epiroc Local as well as Group SHEQ strategy for areas under your responsibilities (branch ,mine sites and customer site compliance obligations).
• Implement initiatives and processes to prevent injuries, ill-health, and environmental pollution (i.e., Focusing on pro-active rather than re-active) to enhance a culture of SHEQ awareness and good practices (i.e., total well-being of employees).
• Be the primary Audit Lead and verify (e.g., GAP analysis) that all PSD and TLD Mine sites comply with Legal and Epiroc Group requirements including the Customer driven requirements.
• Assist with the collection and correct reporting of all SHEQ statistics / information required from the branch and Mine sites for the quarterly Sustainability Reporting as per Epiroc Group requirements.
• Assist and advise with necessary SHEQ Training Needs for the Mine site to ensure compliance with all statutory and other requirements (i.e., Legal appointments, Driven machinery, Lifting equipment, etc.).
• Ensure that Site based Employees (branches and mine sites)perform and always adhere to the legal duties assigned by the OHSAS as well as MHSA legislation and regulations . 
• Be the primary for all Department of Labour(DoL) Inspections and assist with the preparation for the branches as well as customer sites upon receipt of an Inspection date from that government department
• This position is responsible for all customer sites in South Africa in terms of the KPI's specified, although the employee will be based in Kathu, Northern Cape
• SHEQ issues needing attention in other geographical areas of South Africa will also be prioritised -such as  Limpopo province, Northwest province, Mpumalanga, and Free State areas but more responsibilities can be assigned once on board
• Any other ad-hoc tasks and/or responsibilities at the discretion of the Area Manager and Regional SHEQ Specialist.
• This position will have primary responsibilities in the Northern Cape region, but it is envisaged that regular scheduled visits to other provinces (upon request) as well as Head Office will be required, sometimes ad-hoc and with short notice due to the nature of our operations,
• Will carry out any other function or duty as may be required in terms of "The Epiroc Way".

Competences, Skills and Experience:

• Willingness to travel extensively as the responsibilities is across various provinces
• At least Five years relevant Mining/Engineering in a mining environment.
• Technical aptitude and understanding of basic mining practises and product applications will be advantageous
• Code B drivers’ licence
• ISO 9001, ISO 14001 & ISO 45001 Implementation, and internal auditing experience.
• Auditors’ courses for Safety and Risk Control Management
• Risk Assessment Techniques (SWIFT, HAZOP and FMECA, WRAC and HIRA, etc).
• Good understanding of the MHSA Act and Operational Application of Legislation.
• Legal Compliance Auditing experience will be advantageous.
• MS Office, Knowledge, and Applications

Educational Qualifications

• Degree or National Diploma in relevant SHEQ Discipline.
• Nebosh or Other additional Qualifications will be advantageous
• Additional Certificates or Short courses (HWSETA or MQA);
• OHS Legislation (MHSA and Regulations and Construction regulations)
• Incident Investigation (ICAM or similar)
• SAMTRAC or CMSOC 1 and II is essential