Engineer, Electrical

Job description

At First Quantum, we free the talent of our people by taking a very different approach which is underpinned by a very different, very definite culture – the “First Quantum Way”.

Working with us is not like working anywhere else, which is why we recruit people who will take a bolder, smarter approach to spot opportunities, solve problems and deliver results.

Our culture is all about encouraging you to think independently and to challenge convention to deliver the best result. That’s how we continue to achieve extraordinary things in extraordinary locations.

Job description:

Purpose of the Role

To safely execute Electrical maintenance & installation work according to prescribed standards and statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

This position will be required to adhere to all relevant requirements, policies, procedures and legal regulations pertaining to health, safety, environment and quality, as well as finance, human resources, and any other regulations as required by the company and relevant to the level of the role and responsibilities of the function.

Installation

Installation of new electrical systems, replacement of old, faulty or redundant Electrical systems as per the Company and vendor’s safety and quality specifications.

Electrical protection

Ensure and document all electrical safety settings to conform to safety requirements.
Ensure that all electrical equipment have the correct hardware interlock and safety parameter settings for effective and safe operation.

Maintenance

Adhere to the companies planned and preventative maintenance schedules and procedures.
Effectively maintain the electrical equipment with the minimum effect on the plant production.
Oversee that all electrical maintenance according to the company schedules are done by the relevant sub ordinates

Reporting and record keeping.

Compile a detailed report on all activities, plans, costs and labor.
Report all incidents immediately to the Superintendent.
Ensure that all Safety logbooks are checked and signed according to the procedure.

Stock Control

Ensure that stock levels of electrical equipment are maintained in the warehouse
Create new stock for all critical items to ensure minimum effect on production in the event of a failure.

Tools and audit.

Oversee the correct and safe usage of all hand tools within your section
Record and control all replacement of tools.
Oversee the maintain the highest safety standard on the condition and usage of all electrical test equipment

Training and development.

Provide and schedule all necessary training for all the employees to comply with all safety standards and statutory compliance.
Identify needs for specialized training requirements within your area.

Transport.

Manage and control the transport under your control.
Ensure all requests for service is adhered to
No person will operate any equipment without a official permit.

Other duties

Any other duties as directed by the Senior Electrical Supervisor.

Qualifications

Full grade 12 certificate
Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering.
Member of EIZ.
Valid LV Driver’s License.

Experience

Minimum TWO years’ experience in a Mining environment working as an Engineer or equivalent time spend on site as an attachment.
Knowledge of LV systems, MCC’s and protection.
Some knowledge of LV and MV Transformers
Maintenance of Electrical motors
Maintenance of Overhead cranes.
Knowledge of variable speed drives, Soft starters and DOL starters
Good knowledge on the use of electrical measuring instruments.
Reading electrical drawings
Computer literate.
Any Leadership or Supervisory Training courses.

Behavioral Traits

Bolder

Teamwork
Initiative

Operational Requirements

Standby and overtime when required
Shift work if and when required.
Exposure to Mining and Operational environment, noise, dust and associated dangers.