Rustenburg: Winder Engineer / Manager

Requirements: BSc or B Tech Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or S Engineering Diploma with completed P1 and P2 modules or N6 Engineering Diploma is essential. Minimum of 10 years working experience commissioning, fault finding and conducting repairs on Winders and 3 years managerial experience are essential. Project management would be desirable. Knowledge of headgears, ropes and attachments, shaft & loading arrangements is essential. Knowledge of Budget control and Project Management is essential. Competencies: Must have knowledge of Health and Safety standards and Risk Assessment Must have knowledge of High and Low Voltage reticulation and Hydraulics. Must have knowledge of Analogue and Digital Variable speed drives. Must have knowledge of winder safety control philosophies, winder and associated mechanical equipment and PLC knowledge and technical ability. Computer literacy (MS Office/ SAP). Must have communication, interpersonal, presentation and fault-finding skills. Must have conflict management/resolution and managerial skills. Duties: Assist and advise on issues such as winder availability and optimization. Audit compliance with and advise on the winder related COPs, regulations, and standards. Revise Winder COPs and standards with relevant stakeholders. Define the winder specifications together with the relevant consultants and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) with regards to new equipment and ensure compliance during and after installation. Ensure winders and associated equipment are sustainable (critical spares, upgrades, and improvements). Assist with the on-the-job training and external training of winder personnel. Ensure that winders are running safely, reliably, and efficiently. Conduct winder and shafts technical audits. Scrutinise level one audit reports, dynamic test reports, rope reports and assist where necessary. Manage capital and renewals projects within the winder department and to plan winder upgrades. Effectively manage UTS Winder Department and to be available after hours to assist with breakdowns