Instrumentation Mechanician

Company Description
- Come join us as Instrumentation Mechanician and be responsible for providing dedicated technical and operational systems support to the process division at our Mortimer Smelter.

**By looking after our assets, you’ll become an asset too**

Anglo American has a portfolio of world-class mining operations. We mine, process, move and market the essential ingredients that enable a cleaner, more connected world and that meet fast growing consumer-driven demands for products from smartphones to electric cars. Our basic materials build homes, offices, railways and airports, and our diamonds fulfil people's dreams.

**Platinum**

**Job Description**:

- As an Instrumentation Mechanician your role will be to ensure that all systems are maintained and optimised to ensure that the capacity to the production process is maximised.

Below are some key responsibilities:

- Identify areas to be maintained and optimised
- Disseminate instrumentation best practice
- System trouble shooting and hardware problems resolution
- Support on existing instrumentation
- Calibration and maintenance of all equipment within the control solution
- Adherence to the Anglo Platinum change procedures and standards

**This role is in the Engineering department at a C2 level reporting to the Senior Instrumentation Foreman.**

**Qualifications
- Matric
- Trade Certificate in Instrument Mechanician - Anglo American recognised

**Experience, Knowledge and Skills**:

- Minimum 2 years post trade experience in maintenance and projects (preferably at a Smelter)
- Basic understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics, PLC (Programmable Logic Control) system and electrics
- Must be able to work standby shifts and overtime
- English literate and good decision-making skills
- Basic Computer Skills
- Valid Driver's licence

**Additional Information
- What we offer**

When you join Anglo American you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, but more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We are a large, successful multinational company - and we are still growing all the time.

**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.

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**How to apply**

**Closing Date**:11 September 2023