GCC Engineer (Opencast Chrome)

Introduction

Our mining client seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Government Certificate of Competency (GCC) Engineer to join our mining operation. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the legal compliance, safe operation, maintenance, and optimisation of all engineering infrastructure and equipment within the mine in accordance with the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) and relevant regulations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Appointed as the responsible Engineer in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act.

• Ensure compliance with all statutory engineering requirements and regulations.

• Manage and maintain engineering systems, infrastructure, plant, mobile equipment, and associated assets.

• Develop and implement engineering maintenance strategies to maximise equipment availability and reliability.

• Oversee preventative and planned maintenance programmes.

• Lead engineering teams and contractors to achieve safety, production, and maintenance targets.

• Ensure effective management of engineering budgets and cost control measures.

• Conduct risk assessments, incident investigations, and implement corrective actions.

• Ensure compliance with SHEQ standards and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Monitor equipment performance and drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

• Assist with capital projects, feasibility studies, and engineering improvements.

• Liaise with operational departments to ensure engineering support aligns with production requirements.

• Ensure all legal inspections, audits, and reports are completed accurately and timeously.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Grade 12 / Matric.

• BEng/BSc Engineering Degree, National Diploma Engineering, or equivalent qualification.

• Government Certificate of Competency (Mines and Works) (Essential).

• Minimum 5 years' mining engineering experience in a legal appointment role.

• Proven experience within open-pit mining operations will be advantageous.

• Thorough knowledge of the Mine Health and Safety Act and applicable engineering regulations.

• Strong leadership, planning, and people management skills.

• Experience managing engineering contractors and multidisciplinary teams.

• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office and maintenance management systems.

• Valid driver's licence.

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and decision-making ability.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

• High level of integrity and accountability.

• Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced mining environment.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Sound financial and business acumen.

• Commitment to safety and operational excellence.