Senior Eng Foreman

BoF Careers; Musina; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Electrical Foreman responsible for maintaining electrical installations and overseeing both underground and surface operations. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in electrical maintenance, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to safety. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a culture of zero harm while ensuring that all operations align with business standards and best practices.

Qualifications

• 5 Years' experience as an Electrical Foreman in U/G and surface Electrical Maintenance.
• Experience with equipment: winders, shaft systems, transformers, pumps.
• Proficiency in communication and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and assist in the operation of electrical installations and equipment.
• Co-ordinate infrastructure installations and maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards and safety policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Budgeting and cost control

Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office

Education

Grade 12 certificate or relevant national NQF level qualification

Trade Certificate: Electrical or Instrumentation qualification

Code B/Code 8 Driver's License

Supervisory qualification

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description

As a Senior Electrical Foreman, you will be responsible for maintaining and assisting in the operation of electrical installations, equipment, and systems according to sound engineering practices and equipment specifications. Your role will encompass both underground and surface fixed plant operations.

Your Role Will Include But Not Limited To

• Contribute to a culture of zero harm by adhering to all requirements as laid down by legislation and health, safety, environmental and security policies and procedures, and by the application of specific instructions to own work area and task completion.
• Plan activities in accordance with production schedules and allocation of resources as required.
• Investigate, diagnose and perform trade related maintenance and repair of electrical infrastructure, equipment and machinery according to the maintenance requirements.
• Perform electrical infrastructure and equipment over-inspection on work done by artisans and operators.
• Ensure compliance to the business' engineering planning standards, guidelines, specifications and best practices.
• Co-ordinate electrical infrastructure and equipment installations and maintenance with internal and external clients and service providers to ensure the timeous allocation of resources and that due process is followed and required measures are taken to ensure execution takes place according to plan.
  
  

Qualifications

• Grade 12 certificate or relevant national NQF level qualification
• Trade Certificate: Electrical or Instrumentation qualification
• Code B/Code 8 Driver's License
• A supervisory qualification is a requirement
  
  

Role-specific Knowledge & Experience

• 5 Years' experience as an Electrical Foreman in the U/G and surface Electrical Maintenance Environment. With relative maintenance experience in maintaining U/G and surface Electrical Infrastructure.
• Minimum of 5 years previous experience as an Electrical Supervisor / Foreman in the installation and maintenance environment of U/G and surface Electrical Infrastructure.
• Experience in the following equipment: winders, shaft systems, main ventilation fans, bulk air cooler (BAC) & fridge plant, pumps & conveyor belt starters, gulley box installations, mini subs, transformers, substation in underground and surface environment.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Budgeting and cost control.
• Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Proficiency in SAP will be advantageous
  
  

For all internal applicants

You are required to complete an internal application form and attach detailed CV. This form must be accompanied with a signature from your immediate Line Manager and Head of Department, failure to do so will render your application invalid.

Background Checks

Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check, validation of qualifications and medicals fitness.

Additional Information

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.

Eligibility Criteria

This role is open to all individuals and we will support employees who might need to relocate

Closing Date: 27 June 2025