Engineering Manager (Re-Advertisement) – MP Mining

Job Description

 To manage the engineering function by developing strategies that will attain key business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Applying design and engineering expertise to projects and process plant.
• Coordinating and managing multi-disciplinary engineering teams within a mining environment.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within engineering processes, workflows and maintenance systems.
• Overseeing the installation, commissioning, maintenance, and repair of plant equipment to ensure they operate safely and efficiently.
• Ensures maintenance and projects executions are done within timelines, budgets and quality standards.
• Drive process optimization and operational improvements across in the process plant.
• Reporting on project technical scope performance against the baseline plan.
• Ensuring that all identified contractors are suitably qualified for the delivery of the project.
• Collaborate with contractors to ensure smooth project delivery and compliance.
• Fostering a proactive safety culture and implementation mitigation strategies.
• Ensuring adherence to industry codes and standards as well as department practices and procedures

Job requirements

• BEng/BSc degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• At least fifteen (15) years post qualification experience in running all mechanical and electrical aspects of a mine.
• PMP/Prince 2 Project Management Certification desirable.
• Extensive experience in relevant industry and familiarity with specific technologies, standards and best practices.
• Demonstrated experience in managing complex projects from conception to completion.
• Experience in building and leading high-performing engineering teams.
• Proficient in using engineering software and tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a challenging and dynamic environment.

Personal Attributes

• Excellent communication skills
• Business acumen
• Leading change
• Results driven
• Leading people
• Building relationships