Artisan Electrician

Company Description
- People. Process. Performance. You’ll keep sight of it all.

Bold and optimistic. You communicate openly and enjoy being part of a fantastic team with an unwavering commitment to safety.

Come and join us as an **Artisan Electrician - High Tension **working at Venetia Mine (Musina, Limpopo), South Africa’s most valuable diamond mine. As we develop the mine underground, it is also one of the largest infrastructure projects in the country.

To push our company forward, we always need to think differently. We welcome diverse perspectives, people who think rigorously and aren't afraid to challenge assumptions.

In return, we provide a world-class working environment with generous financial and personalised work-life benefits as well as developmental opportunities to bring out the best in you.

**Job Description**:

- In this role, you will provide electrical services within the Electrical Section (HT) of the Engineering Department at Venetia Mine. Maintain, install and commission the Medium/ Low voltage electrical components of the machinery and equipment to an agreed standard in the area of responsibility.

Your role will involve:

- Work area is maintained to the required housekeeping standards.
- Assessment of employee competency as required
- Inspections of completed work delegated and work in progress
- Maintenance of machinery and equipment.
- Be responsible for the proper discipline of subordinates.
- Program Logical Controller, (IED’s) certificate as required
- Equipment and machinery specific competence
- Work with Medium voltage equipment including primary equipment, switchgear, Protection relays (IED’s) Overhead lines, motors transformers.
- Planned task observations:

- Carry out Operation, Maintenance and Construction on all equipment related to MV Electrical distribution
- Carry out the Starting, synchronizing and running of Standby/ Emergency generators
- Conducts and participate in Risk assessments
- Allocate tasks to subordinates
- Attend to Breakdowns and emergencies as required
- Ensure that material, spares and equipment are available as required
- Ensure proper and adequate on the job training and coaching is provided to subordinates
- Exercise judgment with regards to replacement of components
- Records results of all legal examinations in the appropriate format
- Works in a sequence that prioritizes work requirements
- Completing job cards and description of work and spares used (PM’s)

**Qualifications**:

- Formal education:

- Grade 12 certificate or relevant NQF 4 qualification
- Qualified Electrician with red seal Trade certificate
- Certified competent as Electrician

Additional requirements:

- Valid EB/Code 08 Drivers License
- Working on heights is a requirement
- Must be capable of Heavy lifting and operation of cumbersome MV Tools
- Willingness and ability to work shifts, overtime and standby.
- Possession of a MV MQF approved qualification/ Skills program would be advantageous
- Successfully obtain a Red Ticket (Medical Fitness certificate) on mine

Role-specific knowledge:

- 5 years continuous experience in Electrical maintenance and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Medium Voltage environment
- Sound knowledge in the construction, installation, maintenance, repairs and fault finding of the following MV (Medium Voltage) Equipment:

- MV Protection System
- MV Electricity safety and switching practices
- MV 22kv Transformers operation
- MV 6.6kv Electric motors operation and control
- MV 22kv overhead lines and bundled conductors and related equipment
- MV 22 and 6.6kv Indoor switchgear SF6 and vacuum operation
- MV 22kv XLPE cable installation, jointing and termination
- Independent, proactive thinking and have the ability to do own job planning including SAP.

**Additional Information
- Who we are**
De Beers Group is a company with a rich history and a sparkling future.

Since 1888 our experts have searched the world for nature’s most precious gem. Our diamonds bring beauty to the world. But we think they can do so much more. We want our diamonds, and our business, to make life brilliant - for our people, our customers and the world around us.

Venetia Mine is part of De Beers Group Managed Operations Business which integrates mines, operations and support functions in the De Beers Group producer countries of Canada and South Africa to shape a safe, sustainable future for De Beers Group’s people, shareholders, communities and partners.

**Safety**
Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health and well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect **.**
**Inclusion & Diversity**
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