Engineering Foreman (Electrical), C5, SAM_NVC112/24GS

Seriti Resources; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Engineering Foreman (Electrical) to lead maintenance and safety initiatives. This role involves overseeing a team of electricians, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and managing budgets effectively. You will be responsible for fault finding, maintenance scheduling, and continuous improvement within the electrical section. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical maintenance, excellent leadership skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to operational excellence and safety in a challenging environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ experience as an Electrician.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Manage shift Electrician’s availability and maintenance standards.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and KPI targets.
• Conduct inspections and manage continuous improvement plans.

Skills

Electrical Maintenance

Team Management

Budget Management

Safety Compliance

Fault Finding

Microsoft Office

Education

National Certificate N3

Electrical Trade Test Certificate

Tools

SAP

Isometrix

Job description

When applying, please submit a PDF version of your CV along with certified copies (certification within a 3-month period) of your ID, Drivers, and qualifications.

Engineering Foreman (Electrical), C5

Seriti, New Vaal Colliery, Free State

Internal & External

Ref no: SAM_NVC112/24GS

Closing date: 16 May 2025

The Role

This is a leadership role involving planning, leading, organizing, and controlling activities in the section.

Responsibilities Will Include But Not Limited To

• Management of shift Electrician’s availability and roster
• Manage the cost according to the budget
• Improve and enforce good maintenance standards and facilitate the review of Maintenance Management system
• Ensure that maintenance and repairs to equipment are completed timeously and to standard
• Ensure that electrical legal maintenance is coordinated and controlled
• Meet the Engineering KPI targets in the department
• Ensure MHSA, Minerals Act, SHEQ standards, and procedures are always maintained and complied with
• Be able to identify and report high potential incidents and hazards
• Manage good housekeeping of machines, workshops, substations, and surrounding areas of responsibility
• Supervise and manage subordinates, including ensuring employees are trained, competent, and authorized
• Conduct and manage the PTO schedule and regular VFL interactions with employees
• Control employee and contractor overtime within BCEA limits
• Coordinate task delegation within the department
• Ensure availability of required contractors (labour and spares) for services and shutdown work
• Conduct inspections and keep the legal file up to date
• Manage the life cycle of components and their replacements
• Initiate and drive continuous improvement plans and their implementation
• Facilitate fault finding in the field from 24 V DC to 33 kVA
• Perform MV switching within the plant and stockyard
• Construct JRA paperwork for electrical tasks (MV)
• Certify testing equipment
• Perform VSD fault finding and configuration on both AC and DC applications

Requirements

• National Certificate N3 or equivalent
• Recognized Electrical Trade Test Certificate
• Sound knowledge of applicable legislation
• Minimum 4 years’ experience as an Electrician
• Proactive, hardworking, able to work overtime, and available for standby duties
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• A valid driver’s license
• Possession or ability to obtain a valid Certificate of Fitness

Advantageous

• Previous acting experience as a 9.2 appointment in an electrical role
• Working knowledge of SAP and Isometrix
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience as a Plant Artisan in the relevant trade
• SANS 10142 qualification
• Minimum of 4 years’ MV switching experience
• Sound knowledge of plant and stockyard electrical equipment

Please Note

• Please use Google Chrome as default browser when applying to enable the attachment of documents.
• A CV with certified copies (certification within a 3-month period) of relevant qualifications, ID, and valid driver’s license must accompany your application.
• Appointments will be made in line with Employment Equity targets.
• All applicants are thanked for their interest.
• Applications not responded to within 30 days of the closing date should be regarded as unsuccessful.
• Communication will be with shortlisted candidates only.