Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities / KPI’s

1. Belt Splicing and Repair Execution
   1. Perform expert splicing of various types of conveyor belts, including steel cord and fabric-reinforced belts, utilizing both hot vulcanization and cold bonding techniques.
   2. Execute precise mechanical splices (e.g., fastener installation) for temporary repairs or where vulcanization is not feasible, ensuring optimal tension and tracking.
   3. Conduct emergency and planned repairs on damaged belt sections, including patching, edge repairs, and gouge filling to extend belt life.
   4. Manage the rigging, cutting, removal, and installation of new and old conveyor belts safely and efficiently.

1.5. Lead and execute hot and cold conveyor belt splices and repairs.

1. Supervise splicing teams and ensure quality control.
2. Inspect, test, and certify completed splices.
3. Provide technical advice on belt selection and maintenance.
4. Train splicing personnel on safe and effective techniques.
5. Maintain records of splicing operations and press calibrations.

1. Preventative Maintenance and Inspection
   1. Carry out routine and detailed inspections of all conveyor belts and associated components (e.g., pulleys, idlers, scrapers, skirt boards) to proactively identify wear, damage, and potential failure points.
   2. Measure and monitor belt wear, damage progression, and splice integrity to schedule preventative maintenance effectively.
   3. Ensure belt tracking is accurate to prevent damage to the belt and conveyor structure.
2. Rubber Lining and Component Maintenance
   1. Perform rubber lining and cold bonding for various fixed plant components to prevent corrosion and abrasion, including chutes, hoppers, launders, and pulley lagging (ceramic and rubber).
   2. Inspect and maintain belt cleaners, scrapers, and tracking equipment, adjusting, or replacing parts as needed.
3. Safety, Documentation, and Housekeeping
   1. Strictly adhere to all Lockout/Tagout/Tryout (LOTO) procedures before commencing any work.
   2. Conduct pre-job risk assessments (JHA/JSA) for all tasks, especially non-routine work and working at height or in confined spaces.
   3. Maintain detailed and accurate records of all splicing, repair, and maintenance work performed, including materials used, work duration, and post-repair inspection results.

Ensure the splicing workshop and job sites are kept clean, organized, and free of hazards (high standard of housekeeping).

Qualifications / Experience / Knowledge

1. Essential
   1. Advanced Belt Splicing Certification (Level 2 or 3).
   2. 5+ years’ experience in mining or heavy industrial environment.
   3. Knowledge of various belt types, compounds, and vulcanizing parameters.
   4. High School Diploma or equivalent technical qualification
2. Desirable
   1. Recognized Trade Test Certificate (e.g., Fitter, Boilermaker, Mechanical) or a relevant Certification in Polymer Processing/Conveyor Maintenance.

Hands-on experience as a Belt Splicer/Vulcanizer, preferably within a heavy industrial, mining, or large-scale material handling environment (e.g., iron ore, coal, or port operations).

Core Competencies / Skills

• Expert splicing and repair knowledge.
• Leadership and training capability.
• High safety and quality awareness.

1. T echnical Splicing Proficiency
   1. Ability to accurately measure, cut, and prepare belt ends for different types of splices according to manufacturer specifications and industry standards.
   2. Expert knowledge of material properties, cure times, and chemical mixing ratios for various hot and cold splice compounds.
   3. Skill in operating and maintaining vulcanizing presses, grinding tools, skivers, and other specialized splicing equipment.
   4. Profound understanding of conveyor belt mechanics, including tensioning systems, belt sag, and tracking.
2. Mechanical and Diagnostic Aptitude
   1. Strong mechanical troubleshooting and fault-finding skills to diagnose the root cause of belt failures, tracking issues, and component damage.
   2. Competency in basic rigging and slinging techniques for safe lifting and positioning of heavy belt sections and equipment.
   3. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, manuals, and splicing procedures.
3. Safety and Compliance Skills
   1. Comprehensive knowledge of mining and industrial safety regulations (e.g., MSHA, OSHA, or equivalent high-standard local regulations).
   2. Proven ability to conduct thorough risk assessments and adhere strictly to all required isolation and permitting procedures (LOTO/PTW).
   3. Commitment to maintaining a "Zero Harm" safety culture.
4. Administrative and Communication Skills
   1. Ability to complete accurate work reports, logbook entries, and material consumption records.

Clear and effective verbal communication to report progress, issues, and safety observations to the Line Manager and shift teams.

Personal Qualities / Behavioral Traits

1. Safety Conscious
   1. Possesses an unwavering commitment to safe work practices, always prioritizing personal and team safety above all else.
2. Quality Focused
   1. Takes personal pride in the quality and durability of work, ensuring all repairs meet or exceed industry and company standards.
3. Physical Endurance
   1. Demonstrates the required physical fitness and stamina to perform heavy manual labour, lift weights, and work in challenging, often hot and dusty, environments for extended periods.
4. Professional, organized, and quality driven.

Focused under pressure and adaptable to site conditions.

Working Conditions

1. On-site work in high-temperature, dusty environments.
2. Environment
3. Long hours during shutdowns and maintenance periods.

Primarily involves working in a heavy industrial port and ore handling environment, which includes exposure to noise, dust, high temperatures, humidity, and all-weather conditions. Work may take place at elevated heights (conveyor gantries) and occasionally in confined spaces (transfer points).

Health and Safety

1. Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations, standards, and procedures.
2. Participate in health, safety, and environment training programs to understand potential hazards, safety procedures, and emergency protocols.
3. Report any health, safety, and environmental concerns, incidents, or near misses promptly to the designated supervisor or safety officer.
4. Assist in identifying workplace hazards and participate in risk assessments to minimize risks to personal health and safety.
5. Wear appropriate PPE as required for specific tasks or environments and ensure that it is maintained and used correctly.
6. Be familiar with emergency response procedures, including evacuation routes, assembly points, and first aid protocols.
7. Follow established safe work practices and procedures to prevent accidents, injuries, or illnesses.
8. Operate machinery, tools, and equipment safely, following manufacturer's instructions and the AML safety guidelines.
9. Maintain a clean and orderly workspace to reduce hazards and prevent accidents.
   1. Promote a culture of health and safety awareness among coworkers by encouraging safe behaviors and reporting unsafe conditions.
   2. Participate in health and safety committees or meetings as required, providing input and suggestions for improving workplace safety.
   3. Keep accurate records of safety inspections, incidents, and training activities as required by company policy and regulations.

Environment

1. Oversee and monitor the environmental performance of your department's functions, ensuring high levels of awareness and compliance with company environmental policies and relevant environmental laws.
2. Regularly review environmental performance metrics and indicators to track progress, identify trends, and address areas for improvement.
3. Ensure all environmental incidents are reported promptly and investigated thoroughly in line with company policies and legal requirements.
4. Uphold a culture of environmental responsibility and compliance within the organization by setting clear expectations for incident reporting and response at all levels.
5. Collaborate with the Environment team to identify opportunities for environmental improvement and develop strategic programs to enhance sustainability practices.

ArcelorMittal is the world's leading steel and mining company, with a presence in 60 countries and primary steelmaking facilities in 15 countries. Our material is part of the fabric of life. What we produce makes a difference – to individuals, communities, businesses and society. At ArcelorMittal, the safety, health, and wellbeing of our employees are our top priorities. We believe that every accident is avoidable, and it is essential for every employee, from the shop floor to the management committee, to hold this belief.

Our purpose is to produce ever smarter steels that have a positive benefit for people and planet. Steels made using innovative processes which use less energy, emit significantly less carbon and reduce costs. Steels that are cleaner, stronger and reusable. Steels for electric vehicles and renewable energy infrastructure that will support societies as they transform through this century. With steel at our core, our inventive people and an entrepreneurial culture at heart, we will support the world in making that change. This is what we believe it takes to be the steel company of the future.