Back to jobsProvide expert technical guidance and actionable advice to maintenance leaders and trades personnel dedicated to underground mining fleets, fostering continuous improvement.
Develop comprehensive scopes of work for major UG mobile equipment projects, including full rebuilds, ensuring alignment with original equipment manufacturer (OEM) guidelines and operational priorities.
Plan and execute activities related to underground infrastructure that align strategically with the mining plan and both short- and long-term service requirements.
Implement and enforce best practices for equipment maintenance and infrastructure installation to uphold OEM standards and optimize durability and safety.
Analyze equipment failures to identify premature component issues, institute warranty claims where appropriate, and develop preventative strategies to minimize downtime.
Maintain and update training registers for maintenance teams, actively monitor skill levels, and provide on-the-job training to sustain and uplift technical capabilities.
Review, maintain, and execute a rolling five-year replacement strategy and capital budget for underground equipment and infrastructure, ensuring financial prudence and operational readiness.
Oversee timely execution of equipment rebuilds, ensuring forecasts and project plans are met with high quality.
Lead equipment selection and procurement processes, ensuring new and replacement equipment meets operational needs and aligns with AngloGold Ashanti standards.
Coordinate with the underground mining team to guarantee the availability, reliability, and safety of mobile equipment and infrastructure, optimizing maintenance schedules alongside mining priorities.
Drive root cause analysis investigations for major component failures and meticulously document repair activities to inform future maintenance planning.
Support efficient work scheduling, balancing routine maintenance with unforeseen repairs to maximize equipment uptime and operational efficiency.
Collaborate with the planning team to optimize inventory management and materials availability through Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) arrangements with OEMs.
Ensure all maintenance actions discovered via inspections are properly recorded and executed according to schedule, with thorough documentation and closure of work orders.
Participate in an on-call roster to provide expert support during breakdowns and reliability challenges, ensuring responsive problem resolution.
