Supervisor Env Engineering

Gold Fields Limited; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in Johannesburg is seeking a Maintenance Foreman / General Engineering Supervisor. This role involves supervising maintenance teams, ensuring equipment reliability, and upholding safety standards. The ideal candidate has significant experience in diamond recovery technology, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in maintenance management systems. Join us to contribute to safe and efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in DMS and recovery or separation technology.
• 8 years of overall experience with at least 5 years in senior management.
• Strong knowledge of diamond plants and recovery circuits.

Responsibilities

• Supervise artisans to meet maintenance and safety targets.
• Oversee maintenance of machinery, structures, and tanks.
• Conduct audits for compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance management

Compliance management

Technical knowledge

DMS and recovery technology

MS Office proficiency

Education

N6 and/or Trade Test qualification

Government Certificate of Competency (GCC)

Tools

Fiix maintenance management system

Job description

Maintenance Foreman / General Engineering Supervisor (GES)

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng. The Legends Agency. Posted 17 days ago.

Overview

Lead plant maintenance to ensure safe and efficient diamond recovery.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate artisans to meet maintenance and safety targets on time and within budget.
• Oversee safe installation, operation, and maintenance of machinery, structures, and tanks.
• Manage procurement of materials, equipment, and services, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct audits to ensure compliance with MHSA, statutory obligations, and company procedures.
• Maintain asset registers and optimise maintenance schedules for maximum availability and legal compliance.
• Manage and improve the preventative maintenance program (Fiix) for equipment and tools.
• Lead plant machinery installations and ensure tooling preparation aligns with production schedules.
• Prepare and motivate capital and strategic expenditure requests to the Engineering Superintendent.
• Drive discipline, manage overtime, absenteeism, and performance within the department.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, environmental, and security regulations at all times.
• Mentor and support subordinates while maintaining a high-performance team environment.

About You / Qualifications

• N6 and/or Trade Test qualification through a recognised institution with a Code 8 licence (minimum).
• Government Certificate of Competency (GCC) and/or ECSA professional registration is advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in DMS and recovery or separation technology, including 3 years at a senior management level.
• 8 years of experience overall, with at least 5 years in senior management (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of diamond plants, DMS, and recovery circuits.
• Expertise in engineering standards, best practices, and maintenance processes.
• Financial, technical, and legal knowledge relevant to engineering operations.
• Experience in auditing and compliance management.
• Strong leadership, managerial, and coaching abilities to drive team performance.
• Proficiency in MS Office and maintenance management systems (Fiix preferred).
• Ability to perform under pressure and enforce discipline in a large team environment.
• Clear criminal record (security/police clearance required).