At First Quantum, we free the talent of our people by taking a very different approach which is underpinned by a very different, very definite culture – the “First Quantum Way”.
Working with us is not like working anywhere else, which is why we recruit people who will take a bolder, smarter approach to spot opportunities, solve problems and deliver results.
Our culture is all about encouraging you to think independently and to challenge convention to deliver the best result. That’s how we continue to achieve extraordinary things in extraordinary locations.
Job description:
This position will be required to adhere to all relevant requirements, policies, procedures and legal regulations pertaining to health, safety, environment and quality, as well as finance, human resources, and any other regulations as required by the company and relevant to the level of the role and responsibilities of the function.
Installation
Installation of new electrical systems, replacement of old, faulty or redundant Electrical systems as per the Company and vendor’s safety and quality specifications.
Develop and Refine Electrical Designs. Collaborate with other disciplines and areas for constructability and compliance.
Electrical protection
Ensure and document all electrical safety settings to conform to safety requirements.
Ensure that all electrical equipment have the correct hardware interlock and safety parameter settings for effective and safe operation.
Coordinate and lead electrical compliance tests in collaboration with Maintenance Supervisor’s, and assist in compiling the Bi-Annual report for submission to the Mine Safety Department.
Maintenance
Adhere to the companies planned and preventative maintenance schedules and procedures.
Effectively maintain the electrical equipment with the minimum effect on the plant production.
Review & improve PM Tasks to optimize and improve the maintenance strategy
Oversee that all electrical maintenance according to the company schedules are done by the relevant sub ordinates
Support the GMD Specialist in managing backups and software updates for Protection Relays, Variable Speed Drives, Simocodes, and other Controllers.
Reporting and record keeping.
Compile a detailed report on all activities, plans, costs and labour.
Report all incidents immediately to the Superintendent.
Stock Control
Report all incidents immediately to the Superintendent.
This position will be required to adhere to all relevant requirements, policies, procedures and legal regulations pertaining to health, safety, environment and quality, as well as finance, human resources, and any other regulations as required by the company and relevant to the level of the role and responsibilities of the function.
Installation of new electrical systems, replacement of old, faulty or redundant Electrical systems as per the Company and vendor’s safety and quality specifications.
Develop and Refine Electrical Designs. Collaborate with other disciplines and areas for constructability and compliance.
Electrical protection
Ensure and document all electrical safety settings to conform to safety requirements.
Ensure that all electrical equipment have the correct hardware interlock and safety parameter settings for effective and safe operation.
Coordinate and lead electrical compliance tests in collaboration with Maintenance Supervisor’s, and assist in compiling the Bi-Annual report for submission to the Mine Safety Department.
Ø Maintenance
Adhere to the companies planned and preventative maintenance schedules and procedures.
Effectively maintain the electrical equipment with the minimum effect on the plant production.
Review & improve PM Tasks to optimize and improve the maintenance strategy
Oversee that all electrical maintenance according to the company schedules are done by the relevant sub ordinates
Support the GMD Specialist in managing backups and software updates for Protection Relays, Variable Speed Drives, Simocodes, and other Controllers.
Ø Reporting and record keeping.
Compile a detailed report on all activities, plans, costs and labour.
Report all incidents immediately to the Superintendent.
Ø Stock Control
Ensure that stock levels of electrical equipment are maintained in the warehouse
Create new stock for all critical items to ensure minimum effect on production in the event of a failure.
Compile, Review and optimize Critical Spares lists for the Electrical Section to ensure availability of stock and mitigation of downtime
Ø Tools and audit.
Oversee the correct and safe usage of all hand tools within your section
Record and control all replacement of tools.
Oversee the maintain the highest safety standard on the condition and usage of all electrical test equipment
Ø Training and development.
Ø Other duties
·Contribute to the development and ongoing improvement of SWIs and SOPs, ensuring alignment with best practices and safety standards.
·Offer technical support to Maintenance and Shift Supervisors, assisting in fault diagnosis, system optimization, and operational decision-making
·Any other duties as directed by the Electrical Superintendent.
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Qualification
Full Grade 12 Certificate
Degree in Electrical Engineering
EIZ & ERB Registered
Valid LV Driver’s License.
Experience
Minimum TWO years’ experience in a Mining environment working as an Engineer
Knowledge of LV systems, MCC’s and Protection.
Knowledge of LV and MV Transformers
Knowledge of Siemens Gearless Mill Drives
Maintenance of Electrical motors
Maintenance of Overhead cranes.
Knowledge of Variable Speed Drives, Soft Starters and DOL Starters
Good knowledge on the use of Electrical Measuring Instruments.
Reading electrical drawings
Computer literate.
Any Leadership or Supervisory Training courses.
Proficient in Pronto or other Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
BEHAVIOURAL TRAITS
Bolder
Accept new challenges
Spot potential
Smarter
Take a longer term focus
Look for efficiencies
Driven
Together
Aim high
Build credibility
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
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