Standards Officer

Globe 24-7; Greater Giyani Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 350 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A global mining client is seeking an experienced Standards Officer in Limpopo to oversee rotables and repair processes. The successful candidate will manage compliance with safety standards, monitor repairs, and support cost control initiatives. Candidates should have a Grade 12 education, a Trade Test Certificate or equivalent experience, and 3-5 years' experience in quality control within a mining environment. Preference is given to Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA) from local communities.

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years’ experience in quality control in a mining environment.
• 3 - 5 years supervisory experience in a mining (Engineering) environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee rotables and repair process to ensure compliance with standards.
• Monitor repairs process and ensure adherence to OEM standards.
• Communicate effectively with engineers and supply chain functions.

Skills

Quality control in a mining environment

Supervisory experience in a mining environment

Compliance with safety regulations

Education

Grade 12

Trade Test Certificate or Equivalent experience

Job description

An exciting opportunity exists with our global mining client for an experienced Standards Officer based in Limpopo. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing rotables, repair process and item standards / coding on day-to-day activities and equipment.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12
• Trade Test Certificate or Equivalent experience
• 3 -5 years’ experience in quality control in a mining environment
• 3 - 5 years supervisory experience in a mining (Engineering) environment

Key Performance Areas

Safety, Health and Environment

• Compliance and application of Sect 22 and 23 of the Mine Health and Safety Act

Operations and Technical Input

• Reporting, Monitoring & Evaluation, Audit: Ensure that the operation's Repairs Registers and reporting is aligned with standards and guidelines.
• Responsible for technical evaluations on suppliers and products to be delivered as and when required.
• Monitor the repairs process and ensure adherence to the repairs procedure.
• Ensure that the repairs are done as per OEM standards.
• Monitor and investigate warranty claims within the repair process and new goods delivered.
• Responsible for the optimized utilization of material codes by minimizing free text expenditure.
• Identify free text items for codification.
• Continuously identify alternative or generic parts to improve on the working performance and cost saving initiatives according to standardization and product testing procedures.
• Identify and improve the utilization of common spares between equipment.
• Manage the movement and placing of rotable materials in a safe and controlled manner.
• Manage the utilization of materials handling equipment.
• Manage reclaiming of usable items and arrange for rotable stock keeping.
• Must be willing to keep the rotable yard clean and organized.
• A strong ability to observe and enforce all safety and environmental precautions for protection against accidents with emphasis on the assessment and abatement of hazardous materials.

Communication

• Direct communication with MO's and F/man Engineers on items for rotable repairs.
• Engagement & Communication: Establish and maintain good working relationships and an effective / sound communication system with the Supply Chain function, the operation and other business units.

Cost Control

• Perform repair operations with due care, making best efforts to minimize costs.
• Day to day cost management.

Reporting & Compliance

• Complete, maintain and control compliance documentation for rotable repairs.

Human Capital

• Seek own development and learning opportunities.

Preference will be given to Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA) from local communities surrounding the mine. Applications are only open to South African Citizens and Permanent RSA Residents.

Should you not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, you should assume that your application has not been successful.