Company Description
-Company Description
We have an exciting position for a Control & Instrumentation Technician , where you will be responsible to provide technical assistance to maintenance personnel proactively on complex mechanical systems, equipment and processes to continuously enhance plant performance and availability.
Be part of the team. The team that makes it happen.
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.
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 a Control & Instrumentation Technician , you will provide services as required and your responsibilities will include:
- Consistently apply Safety & Health principles in all team interactions and take personal responsibility for safety of self and others to ensure zero harm and elimination of fatalities.
- Identify specific risks within working area and adhere to discipline-specific plans/system to avoid these risks.
- Overall infrastructure is inspected, and any deviations are reported
- Assistance is provided proactively or when requested by maintenance personnel
- Components causing excessive downtime are identified and permanent solutions are found and implemented
- Build, manage and maintain healthy relations with stakeholders to Technical Standards. Translates
- knowledge into meaningful input to projects and operations to enhance business performance.
- Contribute to the development of the Department budget
- Identify any opportunities for improved cost management and either address these, or raise them with your supervisor, as appropriate
- Adhere to all health and safety practices requirements and promote good housekeeping to ensure compliance and an environment where team members can deliver their outputs within a controlled risk environment
This role is in the AS&R Plant & CWS Department on a Band 7 reporting to the Section Manager.
- Qualifications
-Grade 12/N3 Technical - N6 / Electrical Engineering Diploma
- Valid South African Drivers Licence
Experience:
- 2 years Operational experience in maintenance computer literacy and applications.
- Advance experience of Siemens S7 PLC
- Advance experience of SCADA systems
- Experience in the installation, testing and maintenance of existing C&I automation technology
- Project management experience in and development of new technology
- Valid Fitness for Duty certificate
Additional Information
-Who We Are
We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity and showing care and respect for people and the planet, that means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies.
What We Offer
When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We’re a large, successful multinational company – and we’re still growing all the time.
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.
