De Beers Group Engineer - Earthmoving Drill & Pit Serv

De Beers Group; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in South Africa is seeking a production team leader to drive a high-performance culture. The role involves ensuring legal compliance, managing the Caterpillar fleet, and optimizing maintenance strategies. Candidates must possess a relevant engineering degree and have at least five years of heavy mobile equipment maintenance experience. The position is critical for safe operations and offers a challenging yet rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• 5 years' experience in heavy mobile equipment maintenance management in the mining environment.
• This role will carry a regulation 2.13.3.1 appointment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the production team to meet production targets efficiently.
• Manage maintenance operations for heavy mobile equipment and support.
• Ensure compliance with the company's Safety, Health, and Environmental programmes.

Skills

Knowledge of the Mine Health and Safety Act

Relationship building

Communication skills

Report writing

Interpersonal skills

Education

Ndip (N6) or B-Tech or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical)

Government Certificate of Competency (Mines)

Job description

The role is responsible for creating a high-performance culture and leading the production team to effectively deliver on the set production and respective business continuity targets through an integrated value chain. The role holds the legal accountability with a 2.13.3.1 appointment in terms of the MHSA, responsible for the overall safe operation and maintenance of equipment including availability of HME, light vehicle, and pit dewatering services at Venetia Mine.

Key Result Areas

• Role incumbent will be appointed in terms of MHSA Reg 2.13.3.1 and has a strong focus on legal compliance
• Ensure adherence to the company\'s Safety, Health and Environmental management programmes and that objectives are implemented according to MHSA legislation and the Strategic Management Plan
• Direct and identify the implementation of policies and procedures to ensure adherence to mining standards, organisational standards and legislative requirements
• Allocate and manage the utilisation of financial resources and value add to optimise engineering availability and life cycle management of equipment.
• Management and co-ordination of team and resources to execute maintenance and operational plans for Caterpillar HME Fleet, light vehicle & support equipment fleet, and pit dewatering infrastructure
• Repair and Maintenance (R&M) contract management for Venetia Mine Caterpillar Fleet
• Management of the open pit dewatering infra-structure for safe operation and maintenance.
• Management of the mine surface fleet collision prevention system implementation and maintenance
• Implement maintenance strategies and tactics to deliver availability, reliability and cost performance to mine business plan

Qualifications

Mnimum Requirements: (Education & Experience)

• Ndip (N6) or B-Tech or Bachelors\' Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical)
• Government Certificate of Competency (Mines)
• This role will carry a regulation 2.13.3.1 appointment
• 5 years\' experience in heavy mobile equipment maintenance management in the mining environment

Additional Information

Role specific knowledge:

• Knowledge of the Mine Health and Safety Act
• Knowledge of Engineering Standards according to SANS
• Proven ability in heavy mobile equipment maintenance management
• Proven ability in managing OEM managed MARC contracts for heavy mobile equipment
• Proven ability in operational and business risk management
• Proven ability in engineering risk identification and hazard mitigation
• Strategic management and planning vision of 2 - 5 years
• Planning, analysis, coordinating and prioritizing tasks.
• Relationship building and good communication skills.
• Report writing and presentation skills
• Interpersonal skills.

For internal applicants, strictly complete an internal application form and attach detailed CV. You are required to attain your immediate line manager and Head of Department signature on your application form.

External applicants should submit a detailed CV together with proof of qualifications

Your consideration for employment is subject to:

• SAPS Criminal Record verification
• Valid EB/Code 08 Drivers License
• Qualifications verification
• Psychometric and technical assessments
• Obtaining a Medical Fitness Certificate (Red Ticket)

Values

Put Safety First - We consider all risks to people and the environment before proceeding with any activity. We address risks before beginning any activity, even if this means stopping a task. Zero Harm is always our goal.

Be Passionate - We are exhilarated by the product we sell, the challenges we face and the opportunities we create.

Pull Together - Being united in purpose and action, we will turn the diversity of our people, skills and experience into an unparalleled source of strength.

Build Trust - We will always listen first, then act with openness, honesty and integrity so that our relationships flourish

Show we Care - The people whose lives we touch, their communities, nations and the environment we share, all matter deeply to us. We will always think through the consequences of what we do so that our contribution to the world is real, lasting and makes us proud.

Shape the Future - We will find new ways. We will set demanding targets and take both tough decisions and considered risks to achieve them. We will insist on excellent execution and reward those who deliver.

Closing Date: 17 October 2025