Job Description

Company DescriptionKumba 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 people's lives"", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible."Purpose
Ensure accurate and timely information from the Asset Health Monitoring team to optimise plant and equipment performance using all available data.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.Identify control variances/failures, report on these, and recommend and implement remediation, with EoR support as appropriate.

Act as a technical expert and the first point of reference for leading practices in Asset Health Monitoring.

• Provide on-site Subject Matter Expert (SME) input into condition and asset health monitoring practices and tactics.

• Advise and assist the principal reliability engineer on developing and continuously improving the business Asset Health Monitoring company strategy.

• Participate in on-site asset tactics development processes to ensure they support the business Asset Health Monitoring Strategy.

• Ensure that tactics and strategies are in place for online monitoring systems and equipment to be adequately maintained and reliable and that they provide accurate and timely information to enable the Asset Health Monitoring team to be successful.

• Instate the relevant systems and processes to ensure that the hardware and software infrastructure supporting the Asset Health Monitoring team are maintained and reliable.

• Ensure that the communication and collaboration between the site reliability and execution teams and the Asset Health Monitoring teams is effective and seamless.

QualificationsQualifications

• Bachelor's degree /BTech in Engineering (NQF7)

• SA Drivers licence

Experience
Efficient team and resource management skills demonstrated.

• Thorough understanding of condition monitoring principles and practices.

• Wide-ranging expertise in reliability engineering and asset management across all domains.

• Proven advanced problem-solving skills for complex data challenges related to mining assets.

• Proficient in analysing large datasets to optimise operational performance.

• Experience working collaboratively in a dynamic and fast-paced mining environment.

• In-depth knowledge of mining plants, heavy mobile equipment and maintenance practices.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present technical insights to diverse audiences.

Additional InformationWho we are
We 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 safety
Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day's work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we're also continually investing in new technologies - from drones to data analytics - that are helping to make mining safer.Inclusion and Diversity
Anglo 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 apply
To 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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