ARTISAN DIESEL MECHANIC – MORUPULE COAL MINE

MORUPULE COAL MINE IS A COAL MINING COMPANY IN BOTSWANA SITUATED 14 KILOMETRES WEST OF PALAPYE ALONG SEROWE/PALAPYE ROAD AND MINES COAL PRIMARILY FOR GENERATION OF ELECTRICITY IN BOTSWANA. THE COMPANY SEEKS TO INVITE SUITABLY QUALIFIED AND EXPERIENCED CITIZEN CANDIDATES FOR THE ABOVE POSITION.

Job Summary
The purpose of the position is to carry out planned and unplanned maintenance on fl ameproof and non-fl ameproof coal mining diesel equipment in the underground fi ery mine to ensure optimal equipment availability.

Key Activities
Prioritises and plans jobs in order to increase service efficiency.
Use spares and equipment in a cost effective manner.
Maintains equipment/plant in accordance with maintenance standards/procedures to ensure optimum availability.
Monitors spares availability and appraises the Foreman.
Attends to defects in order to reduce equipment / plant downtime.
Inspects equipment/plant to identify deviations and takes appropriate action.
Carries out over inspections as required to ensure proper completion of tasks.
Provides feedback to the Foreman to consolidate tasks performed, build history of the equipment/plant and make future plans.

 

Troubleshoots / diagnoses faults to identify and implement appropriate solutions.
Installs and tests equipment to ensure it complies with components functionality and legal requirements.
Carries out projects in the area of operation to improve the work effi ciencies and equipment / plant availability within set targets.
Updates the foreman on work progress to track deviations, correct them and allocate necessary resources.
Introduces innovative ideas to improve equipment maintenance and safety standards.
Prepares reports for completed tasks and submit to the Foreman for consolidation.
Liaises with stakeholders to ensure the achievement of sectional objectives.
Adheres to and promotes safety, health and environmental policies and procedures.

 

Minimum Education or Qualifications:
‘O’ Level/BGCSE certifi cate plus recognised National Craft Certificate as a Diesel Mechanic or equivalent.

Valid light duty Drivers licence.
Knowledge of SHE management systems (ISO 14001,OHSAS 18001 and ISO55000).

Key Skills and Experience:
Four years’ post qualification experience in a heavy coal mining industry preferably.

 

Flameproof Training & experience

Application Instructions:
We offer a competitive salary package. Prospective candidates must be medically and physically fit and willing to work in an Underground Coal Mining Environment and meet demanding schedules.

Candidates who meet the above requirements need apply with copies of certifi ed certifi cates and comprehensive curriculum vitae addressed to:

Human Resources Advisor – Services
Morupule Coal Mine, Private Bag 35 PALAPYE
Email: [email protected]

 

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