Mine Ventilation Engineer

Found in: Talent ZA C2 - 2 weeks ago


Johannesburg, South Africa Compressor Products International Full time

The Big Picture:

Howden, a Chart Industries Company, is a global leader in air and gas handling products, services and solutions. Howden’s core focus is on providing quality solutions for air and gas handling, and have over a century of experience in doing so.

Howden MEA Projects Division is looking for an experienced Mine Ventilation Engineer. The Engineer will perform model reviews, ventilation optimization studies, feasibility studies and ventilation studies as well as coaching more junior engineers in future. Support the Mine Cooling and Fan Applications teams on their projects as well as requests from other Howden Business Units. Support our customers and handle installations from RSA. Present our products to customers, prepare proposals, be part of the installation process and support existing customers. Occasionally conduct training courses in mine ventilation and/or the usage of Ventsim software products, attend conferences or exhibitions to support products and work closely with sales and marketing teams to implement products into the local market.

What needs to be done?

Apply theories and techniques of mine ventilation, mine cooling and safety engineering.Design mine ventilation and related controls to comply with regulations, safety and production requirements.Study and advise on underground mine ventilation and cooling systems’ compliance to requirements.Test air quality in mines for compliance with regulations and standards.Recommend alteration or installation of mine ventilation and mine cooling works.Work in enclosed spaces, conducting surveys, which can often be hot, tiring, dirty and dusty.Collaborate with the Software Team to test, provide technical support, improve and provide feedback for ventilation software products.Conduct ventilation and software training for external customers and clients and internal Howden staff.Be prepared to travel to customer sites.Compliance: SOX Compliance: Adhere to Sarbanes Oxley and AX controls.

What do you need to bring?

Advanced Certificate in Mine Environmental Control.Degree in mining, mechanical or electrical engineering will be advantageous.Proficient in Ventsim Design software.Proficiency in other ventilation simulation software packages (VUMA) will be advantageous.Ability to communicate effectively in business language and build relationships at all levels.At least 5-10 years’ experience in mine ventilation. Mine Cooling experience would be advantageous.Experienced in mine ventilation engineering.Ability to use mining software and Ventsim software.

What will you get in return?

You will have the opportunity to work for a global engineering organization in a challenging and dynamic role with great development opportunities. We offer a competitive salary along with a great benefits package.

About us:

Worldwide business – Liaise with our colleagues in 27 countries.

We offer global and local opportunities– 6000 employees and world leading engineers, who create cutting edge developments – You will be a part of over 160 years of innovation and development that continues today with our digital solutions. At Howden, we have a strong corporate identity and purpose – You will be a member of our team, shaping the future of the world and tackling some of the most pressing issues facing the planet.

Our products and organisation are Revolving Around You – Our culture promotes individual development to enhance our most important asset – our people.



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