Pilot Scale Furnace Operator

2 weeks ago


Randburg, Gauteng, South Africa Mintek Pty Ltd. Full time

About the Job

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Pilot Scale Furnace Operator - Mechanical Artisan to join our team at Mintek Pty Ltd.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of equipment and pilot scale furnace facilities in our Pyrometallurgy Division.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Install and commission new equipment and facilities
  • Maintain and operate existing equipment and facilities
  • Perform planned maintenance inspections and prepare equipment and facilities for use
  • Attend to breakdowns and provide technical support to ensure efficient execution of mechanical maintenance activities
  • Assist in the commissioning of new equipment/facilities as required
  • Contribute to continuous improvement efforts on infrastructure through standardization of procedures while delivering on performance against agreed metrics
  • Provide technical support to internal and external clients to ascertain scope requirements and to timeously deliver on research and commercial projects
  • Evaluate facilities, processes, systems, products, or new developments to identify opportunities and deficiencies to ensure continuous improvement
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant SHEQ procedures, guidelines, and rules, and manage risks and hazards through Mintek-approved risk assessments and procedures

Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years' experience in a relevant environment, including a minimum of 2 years direct experience operating as a Mechanical Artisan responsible for the installation, commissioning, maintenance, and operation of pilot scale DC arc furnace facilities
  • Knowledge or experience with SHEQ systems is non-negotiable
  • A strong understanding of DC arc furnaces is highly advantageous
  • Physically and medically fit

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