Resident Engineer

Xstrata Alloys Western Mines is one of the world’s largest producers of chrome. Western Mines is located in the North West Province, on the outskirts of Rustenburg. We have the following opportunity available for a career-minded individual:

Resident Engineer
Engineering Department

Responsibilities: The incumbent will be responsible for the continuous tracking and reporting of monthly equipment performance, as well as the implementation of a formalised Asset Management Strategy, and for ensuring compliance with applicable legal requirements. The scope of work also includes budget and cost control functions, risk management, and employee development and coaching, all the while ensuring quality management of work execution.

Requirements: Candidates must hold a Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree or National Diploma, as well as a GCC (Government Certificate of Competency). An MDP (business acumen/qualification) will be an added advantage. At least 5 years’ working experience within a Mechanised Mining environment as the responsible legally appointed (2.13.1) Engineer, is required for this role, as is computer literacy (MS Office suite) and the ability to work independently but also in a team.

Analytical, objective and factual reasoning skills, plus excellent communication and interpersonal skills, together with the ability to function at group level with senior management, and the ability to manage the operation of the engineering and maintenance function at a Shaft Operation, will further benefit the applicant.

Please note: Xstrata Western Mines is committed to operating sound Sustainable Development (SD) management practices and strives towards leadership in these areas.

Applicants must take note that general SD requirements and adherence to all SD policies and procedures will be expected of them.

The Company offers a competitive remuneration package, as well as Company contributions to medical aid fund membership and retirement provident fund.

Please be advised that Xstrata Alloys is an equal opportunity employer.

In addition to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements, preference will be given to applicants from the historically disadvantaged groups.

Those who wish to apply must submit a comprehensive CV and copies of all certificates to the Human Resources Department, Xstrata Alloys, Western Mines at e-mail: nroux@xstrata.co.za or fax: (014) 597-8092.

Applicants can also apply online at www.xstrata.com/jobs/careers

Closing date: 29 March 2012.

In the event that you have not heard from the Company within a period of 21 days after the closing date for applications, your application should be deemed unsuccessful.

The CVs of unsuccessful candidates will not be returned.