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Job Summary: The Engineer – Planning & Reliability carries out maintenance planning activities for the mining operations in line with best practice, including development of maintenance plans, reporting on compliance with planned maintenance activities and developing strategies to improve reliability. The role holder will work closely with other members of the Maintenance team, Operations teams and contractors to ensure safe, efficient and cost effective maintenance services are delivered.
Section 2 - Job Responsibilities
Work with key stakeholders to develop, update and maintain CBM systems and processes for both open pit and underground mines
Compile, review and analyse maintenance management data to identify trends and areas for improvement
Develop strategies and initiatives aimed at improving equipment availability and reducing unplanned maintenance costs
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Support implementation of new technologies designed to reduce costs and improve efficiency
Identify emerging issues and provide input into business cases for investment decisions relating to maintenance
Maintain strong links with other departments within the Company to ensure that equipment performance requirements are integrated with overall mine planning and scheduling activities
Manage and oversee the preparation of all required maintenance reports and analyses
Lead continuous improvement efforts across the site in relation to maintenance practices
Plan and coordinate audits and reviews of maintenance systems and processes
Section 3 - Job Qualifications
Degree or Diploma in Engineering or similar technical qualification; Mechanical Engineering preferred but not essential
At least three years’ experience in a relevant maintenance position in a large organisation preferably in the mining industry
Proven ability to develop and implement effective maintenance systems and procedures
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Ability to gather, collate and analyse data
Experience with CMMS software packages such as SAP PM or Maximo would be an advantage
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Demonstrated ability to plan and prioritise workloads
Self-motivated and disciplined approach to work
High level of computer literacy
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