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Section Manager Reliability - KathuFull job descriptionCompany Description-Kumba Iron OreWe produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects - exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape. Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to re-imagine mining to improve peoples lives"", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible." -PurposeThe purpose is identify and manage asset reliability risks that could adversely affect the operations.Your duties will include:Implement the equipment maintenance strategy to align with the production profile.Enhance engineering discipline by providing quality work and feedback to the maintenance management system.Mitigate production risks by managing them proactively.Ensure quality control/ assurance during routine test work and contractor management.Maintenance Planning: Collaborate with the maintenance team to plan and schedule maintenance activities, ensuring optimal resource use and adherence to maintenance strategies.Asset Performance Monitoring: Implement and oversee systems for monitoring and analysing asset performance, utilising data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement.Root Cause Analysis: Lead root cause analysis investigations for equipment failures, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurring issues and improve overall reliability.Predictive Maintenance: Implement predictive maintenance techniques, such as condition monitoring and predictive analytics, to identify potential equipment failures before they occur.Cross-functional collaboration: Collaborate with other departments, including operations and engineering, to align reliability initiatives with overall business objectives and strategies.Risk Management: Identify and proactively manage risks associated with equipment reliability, implementing risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans.Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory standards and industry best practices related to equipment reliability and maintenance.Performance Reporting: Provide regular reports to the Manager of Engineering & Maintenance on equipment performance, reliability metrics, and the effectiveness of maintenance strategies.Emergency Response Planning: Develop and maintain emergency plans for equipment failures or critical events, ensuring rapid and effective responses to minimise downtime.Vendor and Supplier Management: Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to ensure the availability of quality spare parts, support services, and technology upgrades for equipment reliabilityQualifications-Grade 12 CertificateRelevant Bachelors degree Engineering (Relevant to Reliability Engineering and Asset Management) (NQF7)SA Drivers License Code BExperience5 Years operational experience in Mechanical Maintenance, Reliability, and Diagnostics.Proficient in mechanical maintenance, reliability, and diagnostic practices.Comprehensive understanding of key value drivers in the operational discipline's value chain, including the interdependencies of critical levers. Additional Information-Who we areWe aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity and showing care and respect for people and the planet. That means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies. As the custodians of coal and other precious natural resources - diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore and nickel - our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively, with the utmost consideration for local communities, our customers and the world at large.How we are committed to your safetyNothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a days work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, were also continually investing in new technologies - from drones to data analytics - that are helping to make mining safer.Inclusion and DiversityAnglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.How to applyTo apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of the process.

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