Principal Engineer- Mine Design

Job Description

1. JOB DETAILS:Position Title: Senior EngineerBroad Band: M10: ProfessionalTalent Pipeline Layer: Managing Self Expert Consultant (MS)2. OVERALL JOB PURPOSE:Improve technology application and integration for at least one technology and/or a supporting role within area of expertise/or portfolio of projects. The incumbent works independently, and knows when to seek help. (Operating level: Execution)3. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:Qualification: 1. Bachelors of Engineering (Specific discipline) + 6 years as Engineer2. Masters of Engineering (Specific discipline) +18 months as EngineerExperience: 1. 6 years experience as Engineer (subject to qualification)Skills: 1. Advanced in analysis and modelling of engineering components, systems, processes2. Operational improvement optimisation, balancing technical, operational and financial requirements3. Competent performing risk Management/Analysis4. Managing projects5. Conceptualising engineering components, systems6. Able to independently manage own work planning and delivery according to targets; proven application7. Knowledge of technical trends, interpretation and application of industry knowledge8. Effective verbal and written communication skills9. Advanced analytical and problem solving skills10. Research and development11. Entrepreneurial and commercial thinking12. Management skills13. Competent in managing projects14. Sound decision making skills15. Presentation and facilitation skills16. Ability to cope with pressures and setbacks17. Ability to follow instructions and procedures18. Advanced persuading and influencing skills19. Ability to think and interact globally20. Ability to adapt and respond to change21. Creating and innovating22. Design thinking23 . Intermediate , presentation and negotiation skills4. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:Focus AreaGet results through individual expert contributions, influence & effortsOperational / Functional1. Consistently deliver solutions which contribute to business results and improved competitiveness (consulting advice, business options)2. Deliver quality solutions/ service cost effectively on time and within risk parameters3. Provide advice that are generally accepted and implemented on programmes and systems, creating a competitive advantage for organization, leading to quality results4. Continuously develop extensive knowledge relating to the field of work and personal mastery in technical skills application5. Deliver cost effective results6. Risk results7. HSE targets8. Conduct research & development that leads to new solutions being implemented in the organization9. Independently solve problems within a team context involving multiple stakeholders10. Identify stakeholder needs to set specific technical requirements11. Translate stakeholders needs/wants into specific technical deliverables (with guidance)12. Independent idea generation within team context (tactical impact)13. Analyse work processes and implement actions to improve own teams technical performance14. Contribute to the development and definition of quality standards, specifications and technical requirements15. Ensure quality of a functions technical delivery by the review and sign off of technical work within the discipline16. Take decisions which optimise total cost of ownership17. Balance cost, schedule, quality as per risk level18. Review policies, procedures and methods and develop where necessary; apply policies with discretion18. Supervise and assess technical work of peers and contractors19. Continuously research the field of Advanced to develop the area with the company; make and implement suggestions for operational improvement (optimise equipment, systems and processes)20. Leading RCA , PHA , RA and ability to establish PM schedules /procedures /SWIs/inspection reports21. Provide essential information to internal/external stakeholders22. Ensure that all reporting required meets the required standards and is completed and distributed on time.Leadership1. Understand, support and live the Maaden vision, values and goals2. Expert utilization & direction through selling and obtaining support for value adding ideas leading to business improvement3. Takes accountability for personal improvement, personal development, skills development and effectiveness4. Expertise transfer, sharing and development5. Plan and project management6. Establish policies, practices, standards, procedures and methods; application, review and development7. Deliver expert solutions as a thought leader, to meet changing business & work requirements through Trends, analysis, problem solving and quality decision making8. Process and risk impact, reporting and corrective action9. Extract, capture and disseminate knowledge within knowledge management standards10. High performance role model acting as coach and mentor within team to more junior Engineers11 Ensuring continuous personal and professional growth and development12. Improve group work processes13. Facilitating transformation and change processes14. Facilitating continuous improvement15. Communicate best practices, technical reports and positions statements with the appropriate stakeholders16. Ensure staff resources are maximised and staff members undertake appropriate training and development so they are skilled efficiently to perform allocated duties.17. Provide direction and act as a technical reference point and mentor for staff while ensuring work outputs are in line with strategic and business plans.18. Promote and adhere to all HSE Policy and Procedures through consistently demonstrating and encouraging safe work practices.Relationships1. Creating effective stakeholder and expert networking relationships (e.g. customers, suppliers, universities and specialist bodies)2. Demonstrate influential relationships with manager peers and company business leaders3. Contractor/consultant relations & management4. Communication of expertise (best practices, technical reports, position statement) in a collaborative and consultative approach which consistently meet business needs5. Develop and facilitate the implementation of new solutions in area of expertise6. Participate in and maintained expert networks7. Build credibility and constructive working relationship with teams, managers and business leaders to enhance the knowledge base of the company8. Maintain healthy and stable relations with contractors, consultants and management9. Create and maintained well developed internal and external network10. Liaise with external engineering companies to share knowledge and benchmark5. COMPETENCIES:Technical/Functional1. Sound knowledge of relevant technical procedures, specifications and legal frameworks2. Advanced knowledge of applicable engineering technologies3. Aware of the fundamentals of the value chain and business drivers (own and stakeholders)3. Proficient in the application of appropriate technologies4. Advanced technical analysis and problem solving capability5. Technical integration5. Advanced capability implementing technical solutions6. Proficient at conceptualising engineering solutions6. Sound knowledge of system/process optimisation7. Fundamental understanding of principles of total cost of ownership7. Sound knowledge of engineering design8. Sound ability to develop innovative technical solutions9. Sufficient understanding of business processes and value chain in order to defend own value addition10. Ability to balance financial, operational and technical requirements11. Advanced knowledge of company standards, procedures and methodsLeadership? Developing self? Embrace digitalisation within the function? Teamwork and collaboration1. Ability to transfer knowledge within ownSafety? Safety advocate - anywhere and everywhere? Sound knowledge and application of HSE rules and procedures? Concern for own wellbeing and that of others? Ability to pro-actively identifying safety hazards and act accordingly

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