Finsch Diamond Mine is located in the town of Lime Acres, which is situated 160km north-west of Kimberley and 109km south of
Location :Kuruman in the Northern Cape.
Job Reference Nr: FIN546 Job
Grade: C2
Closing date:21 April 2023
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide subject matter expertise and skills in area of responsibility; advising on solutions to enhance or ensure the
effectiveness of the department/section.
Perform inspections in accordance with the Mine Health and Safety Act regulations, manufacturing and company standards to
report all defects and breakdowns on equipment and machinery to the Foreman.
Reports faults and unsafe conditions to the Central Control Room.
Participate in planning shutdowns (Planned maintenance), resources, tools and spares relevant to the shutdown activities.
Identify spares requirements and order according to departmental procedure.
Responsible for the management of consumable stock levels (amongst others, spares and hydrocarbons).
Investigate, diagnose and perform trade related maintenance and repair of equipment and machinery according to the
maintenance requirements.
Assist Foreman in executing his/his duties as and when required.
Conduct planned task observations.
Follow instructions as per job card and report any defects.
Perform de-energize and lock out of electrical / mechanical equipment as per company policy.
Conduct pipe development and welding of high pressure equipment as applicable.
Cut and weld components to repair and maintain steel constructions.
Fabricate steel fabrications by drawing, measuring, conducting layout and erecting structures.
Perform rigging activities within area of trained competency.
Remove and replace components to maintain steel fabrications.
Responsible for conducting fault finding on default structures and deterring the steps to be taken to repair faults.
Responsible for painting steel fabrications.
Responsible for operating hand power tools.
Responsible for performing grinding activities.
Responsible for signing the mobile machinery pre-start logbooks.
Responsible for inspections and maintenance of all mechanical shaft equipment.
Responsible for good housekeeping in working area.
Provide input in preparing maintenance and inspection schedules.
Conduct maintenance planning.
Responsible for trade related administration.
Perform standby duties and attend to breakdowns.
Conduct on-the-job training for allocated apprentices.
Ensure that all Engineering reporting is aligned with standards, guidelines and schedules.
Establish and maintain good working relationships and an effective / sound communication system with the Engineering
Function and operation.
Takes cognisance of and adhere to Company policies, procedures and relevant legislation. Manage and report on non-
compliance issues.
Model behaviour that is consistent with the Company Vision and Values. Manage and report on non-compliance issues.
Perform risk assessments (Mini) and participates in risk assessments (Activity based).
Provide Input to risk assessments, safe work procedures and Planned Task Observations, monitor, train, implement all codes
of practice, policies, procedures, risk assessments and standards, and ensure all are in place for the effective management of
safe working conditions in terms of related area of responsibilities and legal requirements.
Effective Team Player and Effective Self-Management.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Grade 10
N2 Certificate
Qualified Boilermaker Trade Certificate through a recognised institution and apprenticeship**
3 years post Apprenticeship/Qualification experience (can be concurrent with the PDL trade experience)
Valid Drivers’ License
** Candidates holding a QCTO (Section 26D) Trade Test, where the learning route is not specified on the Certificate, must submit the
following: Statement of results issued by an accredited MQA trade test centre as well as evidence of training conducted at a technical
training centre (e.g. Portfolio of Evidence, Logbooks). Should these documents not be submitted, the application will not be
considered. Candidates holding S28 Trade Test certificates from non-Mining Sector centres will not be considered.
ADVANTAGEOUS:
Grade 12 / N3
Computer Literacy and Microsoft Office Suite
Shaft and winder experience
OTHER SKILLS / COMPETENCIES:
Pass Vienna Level 2 Assessment.
Know and adhere to safe work procedures.
Have knowledge and skill in fabricating; welding; cutting; arc welding; gas welding.
Use trade related machining tools according to specifications in order to achieve finishing tolerances.
Detect faults, identify trends, and report to ensure action to minimize losses or downtime.
Have knowledge and skill in reading and interpreting technical diagrams, manuals and drawings.
Have knowledge and skill to complete job cards and record actions/findings.
Have knowledge to identify and prioritise critical tasks to be executed during planned shutdowns.
Identify the tools, spares and equipment required for work activities.
Do Planned Maintenance on equipment according to OEM specifications and safe working procedures.
Respond and attend to breakdowns timeously and effectively to ensure minimum downtime and production losses.
- Planning and Organising; Decision Making; Earning Trust; Communication; Continuous Improvement; Safety Focus; Customer
Orientation; Valuing Differences; Initiating Action; Managing Relationships
Finsch Diamond Mine is an equal opportunity employer. Preference will be given to suitable candidates from the designated groups in line with the
Company’s Employment Equity Policy and Plan and internal candidates. Pre-screening, profile testing, assessments, medical and security clearance
form part of the recruitment and selection process. Short listed candidates will be required to attend a panel interview. Employment of the successful
candidate is subject to the aforementioned criteria. Preference will be given to candidates who reside within our host labour sending area of
Kgatelopele (proof of residence may be requested).
If you are already employed by the Company, please submit an authorised Internal Application Form, CV, qualifications and ID when applying.
External candidates, please complete an application form (available on http://www.petradiamonds.com/careers/current-vacancies) and
forward, together with your résumé, qualifications and ID, to E2-recruitment@petradiamonds.com by 21 April 2023.
Please note, applications must be sent to the correct e-mail as indicated. Incomplete application forms and documentation will not be
considered.
Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. Petra Diamonds reserves the right not to fill this position.
If you have not heard from us within 30 days of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.