To fabricate, install, maintain and repair structural and steel components, as per project and maintenance requirements for the Process Plant.

In This Role You Will:

Fabrication Operations and Maintenance

• Execute on all practical and technical work relevant to boiler making is completed in a safe, timely and reliable manner.
• Provide practical and technical assistance relevant to the Process Plant with respect to welding and fabrications.
• Identify, resolve and correct all technical issues detected.
• Analyse related problems and provide solutions to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the processing operations.
• Fabricate detailed drawings of the components required.
• Utilise hand tools, portable electrical tools and maintenance shop equipment safely and effectively.
• Undertake fabrication, maintenance and installation, according to specifications / drawings, including:
  • fabricating new pipe lines and repairing damaged pipe lines.
  • repairing of ball and sag mill feed chutes and spouts.
  • repairing apron feeder chain and/or tracking and replacing of the pans.
  • lancing of worn out primary crusher manganese mantle liner.
  • changing out of primary crusher spider sleeve and head nut.
  • changing out of pebble crusher bowl & mantle and main frame liners.
  • completing welding of Vida blocks on spider arm liners.
  • changing side rails and back plates on vibrating screens.
  • changing of rusted hand rails.
  • fabricating launder.
  • rebuilding agitator drive shaft and installation.
• Follow laid down Standard Task Procedures in the execution of tasks.
• Support the mechanical maintenance section, as required.
• Attend to structural breakdowns.
• 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 log books.
• 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 Ahafo Process Plant operation.
• Contribute to the development of Standard Task Procedures (STP’s).
• Work within strict quality standards and tolerance measures to support the function in terms of quality assurance.
• Contribute to the reduction of maintenance backlogs.

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.
• Ensure that safety standards are adhered to.
• Eliminate any safety hazards caused by electrical defects.
• Inspect the plant to check and identify any boiler issues.
• Contribute to and attend all safety meetings.

Reporting

• Maintain records of boiler making 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.

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.
• Complete all works, as prescribed in the works order.
• Close all works orders on completion of tasks.

Your Training, Skills & Experience Checklist:

Formal Qualification (including Professional Registrations):

• Diploma or relevant certification in Mechanical Engineering.

Additional Knowledge:

• Extensive knowledge in welding and fabrication.
• Knowledge in pipe design and development.
• Knowledge of maintenance principles and industry standards.
• Knowledge of the work management process.
• Knowledge of planning and scheduling.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 – 4 years’ working experience in welding and fabrication environment within a process plant mining capacity.
• Experience in basic measurements and calculations.

Technical Skills:

• Sound analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Sound communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to understand the procedure for installations.
• Ability to understand basic measurements and calculations.
• Ability to troubleshoot, check tolerances and use precision measuring tools.
• Ability to identify problems and to report by using technical names of equipment / parts.
• Ability to use Oxy / acetylene, 9’’ & 5” grinding machine, Arc welding machine set, Thermal lance, welding shield and other specialized welding equipment.
• Ability to understand the procedure of installation.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings or blueprints.
• Ability to use AutoCAD.

Behavioural Attributes:

• Act professional and show respect.
• High level of integrity and trustworthiness.
• Cultural Sensitivity.
• High level of transparency.
• Accessible and Approachable.
• Assertive and influential.
• Always maintain confidentiality.
• Reliable and independent.
• Safety conscious.
• Show initiative, be proactive and results driven.