Petra Diamonds Limited is one of the world’s
leadin g suppl iers of rough diamonds and one of
the largest independent diamond groups by
resource. It’s a polished diamond we’re after for
this role - an individual that clearly outshines
his/her peers**:| PETRA DIAMONDS SA (PTY) LTD**
**Senio** **r Art** **isan**:Minin** **g Sys** **tems****:
- Inte** **rnal a** **nd Ex** **terna** *l
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Petra Diamonds is a leading independent diamond mining group and an increasingly important supplier of rough diamonds to
the international market.
The position will be based in Cullinan.
*Reference Nr: PDSA256 Job Grade: C3
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**Role Purpose**: Reporting to the **Manager: Technical Systems Development, **this role will be responsible for the installation,
maintenance, fault finding and repair of Electronic systems implemented in the mining environment / C & I discipline according to
sound engineering practice and equipment specifications.
*Responsibilities:
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effectiveness of the department/section.
- Identify spares requirements and order according to departmental procedures.
- Develop, modify, construct and install related equipment required for the safe operation of all engineering equipment.
- Conduct regular safety inspections and initiate corrective action if necessary.
- Investigate, diagnose and perform trade related maintenance and repair of equipment and machinery according to the
maintenance requirements.
- Report all defects and breakdowns on equipment and machinery to the supervisor.
- Reports faults and unsafe conditions to the Central Control Room.
- Responsible for the management of consumable stock levels (amongst others, spares and hydro carbons).
- Assist Foreman in executing his/his duties as and when required.
- Conduct planned task observations.
- Perform standby duties and attend to breakdowns.
- Communicate with clients and supervisors to inform on maintenance activities performed and re-start of equipment.
- Assist the engineering teams when setting up project plans.
- Strip, analyse and inspect failures to determine root cause and prevent recurrences.
- Conduct on-the-job training for allocated apprentices.
- Establish and maintain good working relationships and effective / sound communication systems within the Engineering
Function and operation.
- Take cognisance of and adhere to Company policies, procedures and relevant legislation. Manage and report on non
compliance issues.
- Comply with legal and Mine safety standards and procedures in all work performed according to the Mine Health and Safety
Act.
- Model behaviour that is consistent with the Company Vision and Values. Manage and report on non compliance issues.
- Perform risk assessments (Mini) and participates in risk assessments (Activity based).
- Provide Input to risk assessments, safe work procedures and Planned Task Observations, monitor, train and implement all
codes of practice, policies, procedures, risk assessments and standards and ensure all are in place for the effective
management of safe working conditions in terms of related area of responsibilities and legal requirements.
- Effective Team Player and Effective Self-Management.
*Minimum Requirements:
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Grade 10 and N3***
Trade Certificate (Electrical, Auto-electrical, Automotive-Electrician, Millwright trade) through a recognised institution and
apprenticeship. ***
Experience in an Underground and or Surface Trackless Mining environment as applicable*.
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Experience in:
- On-board TMM data collection and control systems
- MS SQL server, SSRS, MS-Server
- Installation & commissioning of underground Wi-Fi and Fibre networks
- Ventilation Monitoring (Air flow, CO and smoke detection, etc.).
- Under-ground Asset tracking.
- Remote Blasting Systems
- Computer Literacy and Microsoft Office Suite
- Valid driver’s license**
**_following: Statement of results issued by an accredited MQA trade test centre as well as evidence of training conducted at a technical_**
*Advantage:
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Grade 12 / NQF Level 4
- 3 years’ experience in an Underground and or Surface Trackless Mining environment
- Supervisory Development Programme (SDP) or equivalent.
*Technical Competencies:
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In-depth knowledge of the following systems:
- TMM related CAN bus systems
- Proximity Detection Systems (PDS).
- Detect faults and identify trends and report to ensure action to minimize losses or downtime.
- Know and adhere to safe work procedures.
- Have knowledge and skill to complete job cards and record actions/findings.
- Have knowledge and skill in reading and interpreting technical diagrams, manuals and drawings.
- Identify the tools, spares and equipment required for work activities.
- Have knowledge to identify and prioritise critical tasks to be executed during planned shutdowns.
- Respond and attend to breakdowns timeously and effectively to ensure minimum downtime and production losses.
- Do Planned Maintenance on equipment according to OEM specifications and safe working procedures