Senior Foreman - Mechanical Central Mach

Findojobs South Africa; Limpopo; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A mining and engineering company is looking for a Senior Engineering Foreman (Mechanical) in Limpopo. You will oversee equipment operation, ensure maintenance standards, and liaise with stakeholders for operational efficiency. Candidates need an N2/N3 Engineering Certificate, Mechanical Trade Certificate, and 5 years of industry experience. The company values safety, teamwork, and integrity.

Qualifications

• N2 / N3 National Engineering Certificate (Mechanical).
• Recognized Mechanical Trade Certificate with Red Seal.
• MHSA 2.9.2 Legal Certificate.
• Computer Literacy - MS Works Suite (Word / Excel / Power Point / Outlook).
• 5 years post-qualification experience within mining production environment managing people.

Responsibilities

• Inspects daily activities on the plant to ensure maintenance according to standards.
• Coordinates and monitors equipment availability to attain production targets.
• Communicates equipment information and changes to relevant stakeholders.
• Analyzes equipment deficiencies and recommends improvements.
• Liaises with stakeholders to ensure operational optimization.
• Plans activities according to production and maintenance schedules.
• Performs administrative duties to ensure record accuracy and budget compliance.
• Communicates with clients and supervisors about maintenance activities.
• Ensures compliance with company policies and legal requirements.

Job description

Job Details

Job Description

As our Senior Engineering Foreman (Mechanical) you will be required to maintain and assist in the operation of equipment and systems according to sound engineering practice and equipment specifications by :

• Over-inspecting daily activities on the plant to ensure maintenance according to organizational standards
• Co-ordinating and monitoring equipment availability to ensure attainment of production targets
• Communicating equipment information and changes to relevant stakeholder to minimize production delays
• Continuously analyze equipment deficiencies and recommend and / or implement improvements and changes to maximize equipment utilization
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders of the production process to ensure operational optimization
• Planning activities in accordance to production, breakdowns and maintenance schedules and allocate and source resources as required
• Performing administrative duties to ensure record accuracy and availability, budget compliance and spares availability
• Communicating with clients and supervisors to inform on maintenance activities performed and availability of equipment
• Ensuring compliance to company policies and procedures and legal requirements training and development of subordinates

This role is in the Ore Processing, Engineering department on a Band 7 level and reporting to the Plant Engineer

Qualifications

You will be required to have the following :

N2 / N3 National Engineering Certificate (Mechanical)

Recognized Mechanical Trade Certificate with Red Seal

MHSA 2.9.2 Legal Certificate

Computer Literacy - MS Works Suite (Word / Excel / Power Point / Outlook)

5 years post-qualification experience within mining production environment managing people

Previous experience as engineering foreman will be advantageous

Foreman's Certificate or Senior Foreman's Certificate will be advantageous

Knowledge of Mine Health & Safety Act (Act 29 of 1996) as amended

Knowledge of the Mechanical discipline (E.g. crushers, pumps, screens and conveyors including rigging and fitting activities)

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 : 01 August 2025