Senior Winder Technician

**Company Description
- Help us look after our people.**

Collaborative and innovative, you enjoy being part of a diverse team helping improve people’s working lives, creating a safe, supportive work environment where wellbeing comes first.

We want our people to make a positive difference to their lives, their teams, and their communities. That means investing in development and encouraging collective ambition because inclusive teams build trust and deliver positive results.

Inclusive, supportive, and innovative - come and be part of our brilliant future.

After all, we’re the world’s leading diamond company - a unique luxury business that thrives on the creativity, passion, and knowledge of our people.

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

In return, we provide you with the space and support to grow and achieve your ambitions.

**Job Description**:

- The Winder Technician role is responsible for providing engineering technical service in a production setting, fault finding, coaching & mentoring, repair and replacement of equipment and machinery and to perform all related critical tasks in the Section. The training, development and mentoring of engineering learners and other team members forms part of this role. This role has a legal appointment in terms of the MHSA Act of 1996.

In this role you will be but not limited to:

- Responsible for winder controls and electrical systems, including but not limited to:

- Compressor control and electrical systems
- Surface ventilation fans
- Refrigeration plants
- Shaft and shaft station control and electrical systems
- Updating of all electrical documentation (drawings, equipment database and datasheets)
- Switching and preventative maintenance tasks on MV equipment in accordance to policies and procedures.
- Attend and conduct Safety meeting
- Conducts and participate in Risk assessments
- Allocate tasks to subordinates

This role is in the VUP Engineering department at a GBF7 level reporting to the Senior Engineering Foreman.
- Qualifications
- Grade 12 / Std 10 / relevant National NQF4 level qualification
- National Diploma in Electrical Engineering - Light Current and 5 years relevant industrial experience. Registered or eligible to be registered as a Technician with the Engineering Council of South Africa, **OR**:

- N6 in the field of Electrical / Electronic Engineering Light Current with an Instrumentation Mechanician Trade Certificate with 5 years relevant industrial experience
- Computer Literacy - MS Office Suite (Word/Excel/Power Point/Outlook)
- Valid EB/Code 8 Drivers License.
- Medical Certificate of Fitness to work underground including Heat Tolerance
- The post is dependent on the successful completion of the Company’s pre-employment protocol such as qualifications verification, relevant psychometric assessments and a clear security clearance.

Experience Required:

- A minimum of 1 years’ experience working in an underground setting as a Senior/ Winder Technician

Additional Information
- How to Apply
- Preference will be given to Venetia employees who meet the criteria

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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.

**Closing Date**:_02/05/2023_