We have an exciting opportunity for Certified Engineer. The purpose of this role is to maintain efficient and effective management of physical assets and contractors while optimising project maintenance strategies within legal requirements.

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.

As Certified Engineer your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

Safety, Health, and Environment

• Select and allocate resources for safe work.
• Consider environmental factors and minimise adverse impacts.
• Oversee safety management system elements and comply as appropriate.

Technical Directive:

• Align civil engineering strategy with production profile.
• Improve engineering discipline by providing quality work and feedback to the civil management system.
• Proactively manage civil engineering risks.
• Ensure quality control/assurance in routine testing and contractor management.

Authority:

• Review progress against the plan and make changes and adjustments accordingly.
• Assign tasks to contractors in line with achieving the agreed production plan.
• Monitor and optimise contractors' work schedules.
• Stop or redirect work that is not being executed according to quality standards or is not being solved if needed.
• Optimize the usage of assets to meet the requirements set by the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) - service authority.
• Ensure safety, health, and environmental compliance by providing suitable, available, and reliable equipment - advisory/management authority.
• Conduct audits to monitor adherence to regulations and procedures such as MHSA, OHSA, and COP - auditing/service authority.
• Manage contractors involved in project work such as operation, construction, fabrication, rebuilding, and disassembling - management/service authority.
• Enhance maintenance plans, practices, and methodologies - advisory authority.
• Ensure project equipment maintenance is executed within budget constraints - management/service authority.

Budget and Cost Control Management:

• Ensure compliance with the budget for the area of responsibility.
• Evaluate and approve cost impacts in the area of responsibility and revise the budget accordingly.
• Identify, communicate, and execute potential cost-reduction initiatives.

Authority:

• Generate authorisation for expenditures.
• Revise the budget after receiving appropriate authorisations.
• Take necessary action to correct misallocations.

This role is in Projects (P&D) department on a Band 6 (D-Upper) level reporting to the Manager Projects.

• Grade 12
• Engineering B-degree and GCC or National Diploma and GCC
• SA Drivers Licence

Technical Knowledge

• 6-8 years of relevant operational experience in the Mining Industry (2.13.3.1 legal appointment of not less than 3 years).
• Project management experience is advantageous.
• Contractor management experience is a must.
• Knowledge of the legal compliance framework is a must.
• Technical knowledge and being conversant with engineering standards and codes are desirable.
• Understanding of value drivers in engineering and their interdependence.
• Advanced computer literacy (MS Office, Projects, Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of HME Equipment maintenance, the mining industry, and relevant legislation (Mine Health and Safety Act).
• Experienced in identifying and implementing business and strategic improvement opportunities and projects in mines.
• Good knowledge of change management methodologies.

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.