• To conduct the safe inspection, troubleshooting, replacement, repair, testing and general maintenance of conveyor belts and associated parts, according to specifications and standards, to optimise plant processing and production.

In This Role You Will:

Belt and Splicing Maintenance Work

• Execute on all practical and technical work relevant to Belt Splicing and Rubber Lining, and ensure it is completed in a safe, timely and reliable manner.
• Perform thorough conveyor inspections.
• Identify, resolve and correct all defects detected through conveyor inspections.
• Formulate and implement effective solutions to ensure optimal functioning of the conveyor.
• Monitor the conveyor belts on an ongoing basis.
• Perform routine maintenance on all belt and splicing equipment, in line with approved maintenance standards.
• Utilise hand tools, portable electrical tools and maintenance shop equipment safely and effectively.
• Undertake maintenance work to parts / equipment, including:
  • changing out of rubber lining pipes, launder, boxes, chutes.
  • replacing / installing ceramic tiles in pipes, launder, boxes.
  • conducting controlled sandblasting activities.
  • lagging of conveyor pulleys and rollers.
  • spraying sandblasted components/structures.
  • replacing / installing rubber blocks in boxes and launders.
  • using megapoxy and nordbak to repair worn out areas (Wearing Compound).
• Follow laid down Standard Task Procedures in the installation of ceramic tiles.
• Support the mechanical maintenance section, as required.
• Attend to mechanical breakdowns.
• Identify damaged mechanical parts and repair and replace these, when necessary.
• Maintain sufficient spare availability and stock levels.
• Understand and interpret drawings of components for rubber lining and / or repairs.
• Test repaired equipment to determine the extent of effective functioning.
• Provide practical and technical assistance relevant to the trade to the Mechanical Supervisor.
• Conduct thorough shift handover, detailing all relevant information for the incoming crew.
• Report and record all necessary shift information in logbooks.
• Work with the Mechanical Supervisor to maintain optimal mechanical performance of the Process Plant.
• Participate in continuous improvement programs which will assist in enhancing the performance of the Process Plant operation.
• Contribute to the development of Standard Task Procedures (STP’s).

Health, Safety and Environment

• Deliver own prescribed outcomes and / or provide support services, by applying Newmont’s Health, Safety and Environment systems, policies and protocols.
• Maintain general housekeeping of tools utilised.
• Assure that safety standards are adhered to.
• Eliminate any safety hazards caused by electrical defects.
• Inspect the plant to check and identify any electrical issues.
• Contribute to and attend all safety meetings.

Reporting

• Maintain records of belt and splicing maintenance and repair work.
• Compile reports on field observations and factor results into weekly / fortnightly planning.
• Produce daily reports indicating the jobs completed for the day and submit the report to the Mechanical Supervisor.

Solutions Analysis

• Troubleshoot and diagnose production equipment for emergency repairs, conduct visual inspections with guidance.
• Conduct routine equipment running checks.
• Diagnose whether to fix or replace parts / equipment / accessories.
• Analyse specified problems and issues to find the best technical solutions within Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications and / drawings, and in accordance with local standards.
• Strive to reduce production / processing downtime and minimise costs.

Work Scheduling and Allocation

• Accomplish work objectives by determining own daily work and prioritisation schedule.
• Coordinate with support services and assign short-term tasks to other Technicians, as necessary.
• Respond to inquiries and instructions in a professional manner.

Your Training, Skills & Experience Checklist:

Formal Qualification (including Professional Registrations):

• Mechanical Certificate (MET) from a Technical Institution.

Additional Knowledge:

• Extensive knowledge in conveyor belt splicing and rubber lining.
• Knowledge of maintenance principles and industry standards.
• Knowledge of the installation procedures for the equipment and parts maintained and used.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 – 4 years’ experience in conveyor belt splicing and rubber lining
• Experience in basic measurements and calculations.

Technical Skills:

• Sound analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Sound communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Sound computer literacy skills (SAP, MS Word, Outlook and other Windows applications).
• Ability to use the Vulcanising Machine.
• Ability to understand the procedure for Belt Splicing and Rubber lining.
• Ability to sandblast and paint corroded surface of components.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings or blue prints.
• Ability to troubleshoot, check tolerances and use precision measuring and calculation tools.
• Ability to identify problems and to report by using technical names of equipment parts.

Behavioural Attributes:

• Accuracy.
• Detail focused.
• Follow-through.
• Hand-Eye coordination.
• Independent.
• Quality oriented.
• Reliable.
• Safety conscious.
• Self-motivated.
• Team player.
• Technically inclined.

Working Conditions

The position is located in Akyem mine site.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this job.

Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of the job, the employee is occasionally required to work in confined spaces.

Work Environment: The employee is occasionally required to operate in a safety-critical environment with hazardous materials and potentially harmful / dangerous machinery and equipment.

Protective Equipment (PPE): Work requires mandatory PPE such as helmet, goggles, high visible clothing, safety harness, ear plugs and dust mask according to working conditions.