Senior Engineer: Plant Optimization GCC - Mining - Northern Cape

AGC Mining Recruitment Pty Ltd; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

AGC Mining Recruitment Pty Ltd is sourcing a Senior Engineer for Plant Optimization GCC to lead engineering services and projects in the Northern Cape mining operations. The role focuses on optimizing plant and equipment performance with emphasis on reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate has a B.Degree/B.Tech in mechanical/electrical engineering, GCC, and ECSA registration, with at least eight years of operational engineering and three years in middle management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or equivalent in mechanical/electrical engineering.
• GCC certification and ECSA registration are required.
• Minimum eight years of operational engineering experience.
• Minimum three years in operational project/middle management.
• Legal appointments per 2.13.1 are required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate site engineering services and projects to optimise plant performance.
• Provide engineering support to operating plant and optimization efforts.
• Lead contractor management with safety and project goals in mind.
• Support internal teams and ensure seamless operations.
• Develop budgets and manage costs across the project lifecycle.
• Drive continuous improvement for efficiency, productivity and safety.
• Ensure SHERQ compliance and risk management across the area.
• Oversee asset and infrastructure maintenance within responsibility scope.
• Provide strategic leadership to sustain long term plant optimisation.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Contractor management

Budgeting

SHERQ compliance

Education

B.Degree / B.Tech (NQF Level 7) in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering

Government Certificate of Competency (GCC)

Registered Professional Engineer (ECSA)

2.13.1 Appointment

Job description

Senior Engineer: Plant Optimization GCC - Mining - Northern Cape

Job Openings Senior Engineer: Plant Optimization GCC - Mining - Northern Cape

About the job Senior Engineer: Plant Optimization GCC - Mining - Northern Cape

Our client, a leading mining company in the Northern Cape, is seeking a Senior Engineer for Plant Optimization. This leadership role focuses on optimizing plant operations and equipment by managing engineering services and projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, experience in heavy equipment maintenance, and expertise in beneficiation, metallurgical, and maintenance processes. Knowledge of relevant Acts, legislation, and ISO standards is essential for legal compliance. The role also involves diagnostic work, root cause analysis, trend analysis, and report writing to drive continuous improvement in plant performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate all site engineering services and project activities to optimize plant and equipment performance.
• Oversee and provide engineering services to support plant operations and optimization.
• Lead contractor management, ensuring compliance with project goals and safety standards.
• Provide support functions to internal teams, ensuring seamless operations and addressing technical needs.
• Cultivate and manage customer relationships, ensuring satisfaction and effective communication.
• Develop and maintain budgets, ensuring cost control and financial efficiency throughout the project lifecycle.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance plant efficiency, productivity, and safety.
• Ensure risk management processes are in place, addressing potential challenges and ensuring legal compliance.
• Oversee asset management within the assigned area, ensuring proper maintenance and optimal use of resources.
• Manage infrastructure maintenance within the area of responsibility, ensuring functionality and sustainability.
• Provide strategic leadership and influence to drive plant optimization and long-term success.
• Ensure compliance with SHERQ (Safety, Health, Environment, Risk, and Quality) regulations within the area of responsibility.

Experience and Qualifications:

• B.Degree / B.Tech (NQF Level 7) in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering (Recommended).
• Government Certificate of Competency (GCC).
• Minimum of eight (8) years operational engineering experience as an appointed Section Engineer.
• Minimum of three (3) years operational project / middle management experience.
• Accreditation / Registration - Registered Professional Engineer (ECSA).
• Legal appointments 2.13.1 Appointment.