Northern Cape: Specialist Electrical Engineer (electrical and instrumentation) (mining) posted by MECS Africa

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Implement and govern electrical and instrumentation maintenance strategies in alignment with production targets.
• Lead engineering governance and ensure compliance with legislative, technical, and industry standards.
• Provide technical support for both operations and project teams, including feasibility studies and design integrity checks.
• Benchmark and introduce innovative technologies and best practices across engineering functions.
• Manage and monitor contractors, vendors, and external providers to ensure delivery and safety compliance.
• Develop, lead, and support engineering-related improvement and optimisation initiatives.
• Engage with external energy suppliers and manage resource applications and allocations.
• Set goals, allocate tasks, and monitor performance of teams and contractors to ensure targets are met.
• Management of team: Identify skills gaps and manage training, development, and succession planning for team members.
• Compile and manage budgets, approve expenditures, monitor cost performance, and execute cost-saving initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Honours or 4-year Degree in Electrical Engineering (NQF Level 8) or minimum 3 year Degree in Electrical Engineering (NQF7)
• Professional Registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer — preferred
• Valid Driver’s Licence — required
• 6–8 years of experience in mining, heavy industry, or large-scale industrial projects
• Strong background in managing electrical and instrumentation systems, maintenance, and compliance
• Proven leadership and project coordination experience in multidisciplinary environments

Skills & Competencies:

• In-depth knowledge of electrical systems (low/medium voltage), engineering protocols, and industry standards
• Proficient in instrumentation, automation, industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP)
• Experience with SIS, SIL assessments, and calibration procedures
• Skilled in fault-finding, root cause analysis, and electrical troubleshooting
• Competence in cost estimation, budget management, and financial forecasting
• Familiarity with energy efficiency, sustainability, and industrial cybersecurity
• Strong leadership, communication, team development, and stakeholder management skills
• Analytical thinking, problem-solving, and commercial decision-making ability