Plant Compliance Manager

QUALIFICATIONS AND TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIRED

• Minimum Advanced Diploma or preferably a Degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or Equivalent.
• Registered Professional Engineer with relevant or recognised Institutions e.g ECSA / SAIMechE.
• Professional qualifications in HSE and Fire & Safety Management Systems.
• Must have a Government Certificate of Competency (GCC), non-negotiable.
• Solid understanding of power plant processes and turbo-generator / boiler plant and equipment.
• PC Skills, Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, ACCPAC / SAGE, Maximo, OPSLOG Workflow.

FUNDAMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Extensive knowledge & understanding of OHS Act, Excavation Construction Regulations, Power PFFR, PSR & ORHVS Regulations, OHS Act & Codes.
• In-depth knowledge of HSE and Plant Safety regulations in the energy sector or similar industry.
• Good crisis management and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and awareness-raising skills.
• Able to multi-task and manage multiple priorities in high-pressure situations.
• Able to thoroughly conduct incident investigations.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Minimum 10 years' experience in an Engineering or Management role, with 5 years post GCC experience.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience as a Manager in a power generation industry or mining environment.
• Good knowledge and understanding of various types of plant derived through a combination of practical experience and formal training.

CORE FUNCTIONS :

Safety, Health, and Environmental Standards :

You will be the head of Safety, Health and Environmental divisions as well as responsible for quality control and all Plant Safety Regulations statutory requirements.

You will be required to develop, implement, and maintain a safety management system that will ensure that the legal aspects and other requirements such as safe work procedures are developed and complied with.

Manage investigations regarding mechanical failures, incidents, and near-misses to determine root causes and liaise with the department of employment and labour as required.

Manage plant investigations by the department of employment and labour Inspectors and ensure reports or information provided as requested.

Ensure compliance with the OHS Act regulations, such as the Pressure Equipment Regulations, Electrical Machinery Regulations, Facilities Regulations, and others.

Ensure compliance with the health and safety standards stipulated in the respective regulations and the South African Bureau of Standards such as SANS.

Engineering :

Ensure risk assessments conducted to identify potential hazards related to mechanical equipment and operations.

Implement control measures when engineering changes are made.

Keep technical records required by standard engineering practice or legal and other requirements.

Ensure that machinery is designed and fabricated according to standard engineering practice, implementing engineering controls to ensure the safe operation of machinery, and determining root causes of failures.

Operations :

Ensure that the machinery is operated within its design specifications.

Conduct incident investigations and provide a report for any plant deviations, trips and load loss then ensure remedial action or corrective measures are implemented.

Ensure other legal appointments are done to assist GMR2.1 such as GMR 2.7 and 4.3.

Ensure ash dams, cooling towers and other plant structures comply with legal requirements.

Maintenance :

Ensure the statutory machinery records are kept and maintained.

Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

Ensure the design, installation, testing, and commissioning of maintenance, electrical systems and equipment are compliant with safety requirements.

Ensure regular inspections and testing of mechanical systems are done to identify potential issues and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Ensure safety policies and procedures are in place related to mechanical and electrical engineering.

Quality :

Required to develop, implement, and maintain a quality management system to ensure that work is done safely and complies with legal requirements.

Required to implement risk mitigation strategies and ensure that appropriate safety measures are in place.

Ensure that all new installations meet safety and operational standards.

Management and Leadership :

Be available to address plant requirements when requested during weekends and after hours.

Actively participate in the preparation, construction, implementation and reporting of the Annual Operating Plan.

Control department overtime within specified limits in line with the BCEA requirements.

Assume responsibility for comprehensive Department records and archives.

Provide development plans, counselling, review feedback and identify training needs of Team Members to ensure compliance.

Be aware of and communicate the potential impacts of current and proposed legislative requirements that may affect the business.

Be aware of and pursue the objectives of the KPS Employee Equity Plan.

Constructively participate and contribute to the annual budgeting process.

Provide a written monthly report to the Exec Maintenance and Engineering Manager addressing progress, current status and future projects.

Where relevant, ensure inclusion of budgetary impacts.

Enforce discipline in the department and ensure compliance with company Disciplinary Codes.

Ensure company communications are effectively communicated to your team.

Coordinate department administrative functions as required by HR / Payroll.

Assume overall responsibility for effective manning of your department and take responsibility for leave arrangements, plant cover, overtime management and disciplinary issues.

Maintain an accurate written record of your arrangements.

Carry out timeous and meaningful performance reviews for your direct reports.

Assist in providing development plans, counselling, review feedback and identify training needs of your department.

Actively participate and encourage good housekeeping, teamwork and upholding of superior standards.

Assume any other Exec managerial roles related to the position as required or instructed by the General Manager.