Job Description

Company Description

We have an exciting opportunity for Instrument Mechanician, RRT DMS Plant. The purpose of this role is to maintain the reliability and efficiency of maintenance processes by ensuring that instrumentation and control systems operate effectively.

We’re the best in the industry.

You’ll make us better.

Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible – from mobile phones to medicines.

Kumba Iron Ore

We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects – exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Rosebank, Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.

Job Description

As Instrument Mechanician, RRT DMS Plant your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

Safety, Health, and Environment:

• Comply with the health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Participate in relevant safety audits, inspections, and observations and address issues to demonstrate safety leadership.

Instrument Installation and Maintenance:

• Install, inspect, test, calibrate, and maintain various instrumentation and control systems, including sensors, transmitters, controllers, and final control elements.

Troubleshooting and Diagnostics:

• Identify and troubleshoot issues with instrumentation systems using diagnostic tools and techniques to pinpoint problems and implement corrective actions to ensure optimal performance by reading and interpreting instrumentation drawings.

Calibration of Instruments:

• Calibrate measurement devices to ensure accuracy and reliability. This involves adjusting instruments to match known standards or references.

Instrumentation Repair:

• Repair malfunctioning instrumentation equipment. This may involve replacing faulty components, repairing circuits, or reprogramming controllers.

Control System Programming:

• Program and configure control systems to achieve specific process control objectives. This may involve using software to adjust parameters, set setpoints, and optimise control loops.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of instrument calibrations, repairs, and maintenance activities. Provide detailed reports on the status of instrumentation systems and recommend any necessary upgrades or improvements.

Collaboration with Engineers and Technicians:

• Work closely with engineers, other technicians, and maintenance personnel to ensure the seamless integration of instrumentation systems into larger engineering projects. Collaborate on the design and implementation of control strategies.

Training and Support:

• Provide training and support to other personnel in the engineering department, especially those who may need assistance in understanding or working with instrumentation systems.

Stay Informed about Technological Advancements:

• Keep abreast of technological advancements in instrumentation and control systems. This includes staying informed about new instruments, sensors, and control strategies that can enhance efficiency and accuracy.

This role is in Engineering & Maintenance (E&M) department on a Band 8 (C-Lower) level reporting to the Engineering Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (National Senior Certificate, NQF Level 4) or equivalent SAQA-recognised qualification
• Higher National qualification in Instrumentation (Instrument Mechanician) on NQF5 is preferred
• Trade Certificate as Instrument Mechanician
• SA Drivers licence

Technical Knowledge

• Instrumentation principles and protocols (HART (Highway Addressable Remote Transducer and Modbus).
• Plant Experience
• Knowledge of operational processes within the scope of the role.
• Relevant operational drawing/design experience (mining industry preferred).
• Documentation, sign-off and approval processes.
• Risk management techniques and critical controls.
• Leadership tools for implementing a culture of purpose-led, high-performance and change.
• Safety, health, and environment, legislative, statutory, and regulatory.

Additional Information

Who we are?

Anglo American is a global diversified mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine.

We work together with our key partners and stakeholders to unlock the sustainable value that those resources represent for our shareholders, the communities and countries in which we operate and for society at large. Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve people’s lives.

How we are committed to your safety

Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer.

Inclusion and Diversity

Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.

How to apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.