Senior Electrical Engineer, Mining Operations — Hybrid (Polokwane)

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Generous leave provisions

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for mining facilities near Polokwane, Limpopo. The role covers design, installation, and optimization of electrical assets including substations, MCCs, VSDs, and distribution networks, ensuring safe and reliable operations.

You will lead engineers and technicians, drive safety compliance with Mine Health and Safety Act, and manage projects, budgets, and schedules in a hybrid work arrangement with regular on-site presence near Polokwane.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Pr. Eng registration with ECSA.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in electrical engineering, with at least 5 in mining.
• In-depth knowledge of mine electrical systems, HV reticulation, substations, MCCs, VSDs, and underground power supply.
• Experience with electrical safety management systems and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the design, installation, and commissioning of electrical systems for mining operations, including substations and power distribution.
• Oversee maintenance and repair of electrical systems for fixed plant and mobile equipment.
• Ensure compliance with mining regulations and safety standards.
• Conduct electrical risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
• Lead and mentor a team of electrical engineers and technicians.
• Manage project budgets, timelines and resources.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Electrical design

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for mining facilities near Polokwane, Limpopo. The role covers design, installation, and optimization of electrical assets including substations, MCCs, VSDs, and distribution networks, ensuring safe and reliable operations.

You will lead engineers and technicians, drive safety compliance with Mine Health and Safety Act, and manage projects, budgets, and schedules in a hybrid work arrangement with regular on-site presence near Polokwane.