Principal Engineer: Shafts and Winding Plants

EXCELLENCE IN PGM's; Rosebank; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining and refining company in South Africa is seeking a Principal Engineer to ensure the safe and reliable operation of shafts and winding systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical or mechanical engineering, with a minimum of 10 years' experience in relevant industries and a focus on compliance and safety. This role offers the opportunity to lead improvement initiatives and engage in digital transformation efforts within the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience in shaft and winding plants.
• Professional Engineering registration and management qualifications are advantageous.
• Strong understanding of mining operations and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Implement shaft and winding plant reliability strategy.
• Conduct technical audits to validate compliance.
• Investigate incidents and recommend corrective actions.
• Monitor winding plant performance metrics.
• Support digital transformation in operations and maintenance.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Results-focused

Education

NQF Level 7 qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Principal Engineer: Shafts and Winding Plants

About the job Principal Engineer: Shafts and Winding Plants

ABOUT IMPALA PLATINUM

Impala Platinum is a leading mining and refining company committed to innovation, safety, and sustainability. We value diversity and inclusion and strive to create a workplace where everyone can thrive.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

The Principal Engineer will provide technical assurance to ensure the safe, compliant, and reliable operation and maintenance of shafts and winding systems.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• NQF Level 7 qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and Government Certificate of Competency (GCC).
• Professional Engineering registration and management qualifications will be advantageous.
• Minimum of 10 years experience in shaft and winding plants, with at least 5 years in a senior management role.
• Broad knowledge of HSE principles and compliance requirements.
• Strong understanding of mining operations, processes, and regulatory frameworks.
• Comprehensive knowledge of legislative frameworks governing shafts and winding operations.
• Expertise in implementing and managing asset lifecycle strategies to optimize reliability and performance.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills with exceptional interpersonal and relationship management skills.
• Detail-oriented, self-driven, and results-focused.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLTIES:

• Implement shaft and winding plant reliability strategy and ensure compliance with regulations, standards, and company requirements.
• Conduct technical audits to validate compliance and improve operational, maintenance, and asset management practices.
• Investigate incidents and equipment failures, determine root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Monitor and benchmark winding plant performance metrics to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Stay updated on technological innovations and industry best practices.
• Develop strategic plans and business cases for technology adoption and support digital transformation in operations and maintenance.
• Participate in developing technical specifications for winder upgrades
• Implement structured equipment integrity processes to prevent failures.
• Communicate with relevant stakeholders to enhance safety and reliability of winding plant installations
• Represent the company on external platforms to influence industry standards.
• Ensure sound governance and compliance with legislation, standards, and ethics.
• Support organizational transformation and empowerment objectives and succession planning.

SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES MAY BE SUBJECTED TO PSYCHOMETRIC ASSESSMENTS - IMPALA PLATINUM LIMITED RESERVES THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT. IN THE EVENT YOU DO NOT HEAR FROM THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT WITHIN 30 DAYS AFTER THE APPLICATION CLOSING DATE, YOUR APPLICATION CAN BE VIEWED AS UNSUCCESSFUL.

PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO EMPLOYEES FROM THE DESIGNATED GROUPS IN LINE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THE EMPLOYMENT EQUITY ACT AND THE COMPANYS RECRUITMENT POLICY AND EMPLOYMENT EQUITY PLAN.

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