Job Overview
Our organization is a leading entity in the metallurgical coal mining industry, boasting a strong portfolio of current operations and an expanding pipeline of development projects.
About the Position
This pivotal role ensures compliance with electrical engineering standards and legislation while providing exceptional leadership, technical expertise and direction across all electrical projects and maintenance activities.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead, manage and control all electrical engineering functions on site.
* Oversee the design, installation, commissioning, maintenance and repair of electrical equipment and installations.
* Manage all electrical work and activities carried out near electrical installations.
* Develop, supervise and review electrical engineering standards and procedures for mining operations.
* Establish systems and controls to ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements.
* Work closely with operations to select, install and maintain underground electrical equipment.
* Oversee underground automation and control systems.
* Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs.
* Ensure effective management, overhaul and repair of explosion-protected equipment, including conformity assessments.
* Maintain electrical installations, reticulation and protection systems in alignment with the Life of Mine (LOM) plan.
* Provide technical support, mentoring and coaching to electrical engineers, coordinators and trades.
* Lead electrical engineering projects and actively contribute to the defect elimination process.