Engineering Jobs
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
The incumbent will provide leadership and drive strategic technical effectiveness within the Engineering Technical Department, within the Dairy industry. Overseeing upstream and downstream machinery processes including Utilities, Automation, Mechanical, Stores and ND Facilities, with the primary goal of driving an effective preventative maintenance approach and the optimization of mechanical infrastructure; to enable the attainment of production targets.
Additionally, the incumbent will take the lead on all project management initiatives, including machinery servicing, infrastructure upgrades or maintenance, continuous improvement, SHE compliance, and sustainable asset management.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCES:
- 4-year Bachelors’ Degree of Science in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering.
- 5 -10 years Managerial experience in an FMCG environment with extensive technical exposure on preventative maintenance.
ADDED ADVANTAGE:
- Registered with the Engineering Council
- Direct experience with both dairy upstream and downstream machinery processes
- Knowledge in SAP system
- 2-3 years of experience as a Technical Project Management lead
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Manage planned and preventative maintenance on all equipment and/or machineries in accordance with SLA, regulations, and best practices.
- Manage civil construction projects, infrastructure upgrade and maintenance support done under ND capital Budget to ensure optimum efficient operations.
- Manage the design and development of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems, as well as electro-mechanical systems and mechatronic devices.
- Assess and analyse operations to identify areas for continuous improvement, and when feasible, propose the adoption of innovative technologies to enhance productivity and efficiency.
- Develop maintenance KPI’s in accordance with load capacity, stress limits and operational plans.
- Design automated control systems for environmental application (e.g. waste processing, air quality, water quality systems & cleaning systems)
- Formulate strategies to monitor, assess, and optimize electricity and water consumption, aiming to reduce costs and improve overall efficiency.
- Manage cost centre budget for engineering projects, including the procurement of necessary equipment, materials, and resources.
- Forecast, compile, monitor and control cost centre and project budget to ensure spending is within budget parameters.
- Manage contractors and supplier’s relations (customer feedback, availability of information) & leverage on those relations to guide procurement to ensure that all specifications and customer needs are incorporated in the Request for Quotation
- Test prototypes to ensure compliance with safety standards & functionality requirements.
- Produce accurate and timely data and reports aligned with agreed-upon metrics, for informed business decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, codes, and standards related to mechanical, electrical, boiler, Instrumentation systems and environmental compliance.
- Establish quality control measures, conduct inspections, and implement corrective actions to maintain product quality and safety and environmental compliance.
- Ensures that preventative maintenance and repairs comply with HACCP, ISO and SHE standards, policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Coach, influence and guide the team to ensure they meet departmental targets.
SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:
- Technical / Professional expertise
- Financial Acumen
- System thinking
- Interpersonal skills
- Leadership skills
- Negotiation skills
- Networking skills
- Project Management
Closing date: 6 June 2023
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Introduction:
A vacancy exists for a Superintendent Comminution in the Processing Operations department, reporting to the Manager Processing Operations. You will be responsible to lead and control all activities in the Comminution section in the Processing Department in such a way that legal, safety, production and people related targets are met in safe, cost-effective, and efficient manner.
Key Performance Areas:
- Maintaining HSE standards.
- Supervising and ensuring that all subordinates complete their tasks according to set plans, defining clear priorities to ensuring production continuity.
- Scheduling and holding regular communication meetings with subordinates to discuss; agree and set performance targets.
- Influencing and demanding service from support services to deliver on the required outputs to meet production targets.
- Ensuring that all equipment and machinery maintenance are well-planned and carried out within deadlines and budgets and according to company policies.
- Ensuring optimum utilization of plant equipment and people by planning and scheduling to meet production targets daily.
- Developing and implementing standard operating procedures and guidelines in the Comminution section.
- Responsible and accountable for detailed budgeting for operations in Comminution section, inclusive of labour, material, and capital requirements
- Monitoring and controlling all costs in the comminution section, including operating, maintenance, personnel, and support costs
- Continuously assessing performance of the section against set KPl’s, identify opportunities for improvements and turn it into sustainable and effective solutions.
Requirements and experience:
- Grade 12 certificate with twenty (20) points;
- A recognized Bachelor of Science OR Bachelor of Engineering Degree OR Bachelor of Technology in Chemical/ Metallurgical/ Mineral Processing;
- Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering Degree: Five (5) years working experience in a hydrometallurgical processing plant, of which three (3) years should be in a supervisory position.
- Bachelor of Technology Degree: Seven (7) years working experience in a hydrometallurgical processing plant, which three (3) years should be in a supervisory position
- National Diplomas: Ten (10) years working experience in a hydrometallurgical processing plant, which five (5) years should be in a supervisory/specialised level;
- A valid Code B driver’s licence; and
- A Police certificate of conduct not older than six months is required. A record will not automatically disqualify candidates
Required skills
- Critical thinking skills
- Challenging the status quo constructively
- Being Innovative
- Systematic data analysis
- Maintaining an awareness of emerging technology
- Computer skills {MS Office (PowerPoint and Excel), SAP and Specialized Packages / Systems}
Closing Date: 26 May 2023
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Introduction:
A vacancy exists for the Laboratory Technician on 2-year fixed term contract at the Laboratory within the Processing department. The successful candidate will be required to have an in-depth knowledge in all preparations and analysis work carried out in the laboratories. He/she will be required to contribute to the safe and continuous operations of the laboratories by performing specific sampling of plant samples, analysis, applying the quality control systems and performing day-to-day work to provide accurate results to operations. He/she will be required to work shifts from time to time.
Key Performance Areas:
- Maintaining health, safety and environment standards;
- Carrying out sample collection, preparations and inspection of sampling equipment;
- Carrying out sample collection, preparations and inspection of sampling equipment;
- Carrying out analyses and test work for mining and process samples;
- Carrying out basic maintenance and calibrations of equipment;
- Evaluating and reporting results;
- Fulfilling her/his duties as part of the team;
- Carrying out ad hoc operational requirements.
Requirements and experience:
- Grade 12 with Maths/or Science with 20 Points and E-symbol in English;
- National Diploma in Chemistry will be an added advantage;
- Three years’ experience in a mining/chemical laboratory operations;
- Valid Code BE driver’s licence; and
- A Police certificate of conduct not older than six months is required. A record will not automatically disqualify candidates.
Required skills
- Ability to operate equipment, laboratory analytical instruments and computers;
- Accuracy skills;
- Communication skills;
- Interpersonal skills;
- Problem solving skills;
- Computer skills {MS Office (PowerPoint and Excel), SAP and Specialized Packages / Systems}
Closing Date: 26 May 2023
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Introduction:
An exciting opportunity exists for Artisan: Boilermaker on a 12-month fixed term contract in Mining asset management department. The successful incumbents will be responsible for ensuring the constant maintenance, reparation, modification, overhauling and inspection of mechanical components. This will be done in compliance with the Rössing health, safety and environmental standards.
Key Performance Areas:
- Maintaining health, safety, and environmental standards;
- Fabricating structural components;
- Repairing, and modifying structural components;
- Assisting with the commissioning of mechanical equipment/machinery;
- Supervising subordinates (apprentices, contractors, and assistants);
- Training and mentoring of apprentices.
- Communicating with all stakeholders;
- Performing general tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements and experience:
- Grade 12 with Maths and Science and an E-symbol in English;.
- NTC II with three subjects and a pass in Trade Theory with Trade Diploma/Certificate; OR
- Level III Boilermaker and a Trade Diploma/Certificate;
- Trade Diploma/ Certificate;
- Four years experience in Boilermaking trade including apprenticeship training;
- Valid code BE driver’s licence;
- A police certificate of conduct not older than six months is required. A record will not automatically disqualify candidates.
Required skills
- Analytical troubleshooting skills;
- Job planning skills;
- Reading technical drawing skills;
- Computer literacy;
- Ability to work in a team;
- Coaching, facilitating, and guiding others on experience gain.
Closing Date: 26 May 2023
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Introduction:
An exciting opportunity exists for Artisan: Diesel Mechanic on a 12-month fixed term contract in Mining asset management department. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering the right level of quality and effective maintenance and service to customers on the equipment in good time and at acceptable levels of cost and efficiency and in compliance with Rossing standards.
Key Performance Areas:
- Maintaining health, safety, and environmental standards;
- Maintaining, repairing, adjusting, and overhauling relevant equipment;
- Installing relevant equipment;
- Repairing breakdown of relevant equipment;
- Providing on-the-job training;
- Performing Administration duties.
Requirements and experience:
- Grade 12 with Mathematics & Science and an E-symbol in English;
- NTC II and Trade Theory (Diesel Mechanic);
- Trade diploma;
- Three years of working experience including apprenticeship training;
- A valid code BE (08) driver’s licence;
- A valid Code C driver’s licence will be an added advantage;
- A Police certificate of conduct not older than six months is required. A record will not automatically disqualify candidates.
Required skills
- Analytical troubleshooting skills;
- Job planning skills;
- Reading technical drawing skills;
- Computer literacy;
- Ability to work in a team;
- Coaching, facilitating, and guiding others on experience gain.
Closing Date: 26 May 2023
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Introduction:
An exciting opportunity exists for Artisan: Fitters on a 12-month fixed term contract in Mining asset management department. The successful incumbents will be responsible for ensuring the constant maintenance, reparation, modification, overhauling and inspection of mechanical components. This will be done in compliance with the Rössing health, safety and environmental standards..
Key Performance Areas:
- Maintaining health, safety, and environmental standards;
- Maintaining mechanical equipment;
- Repairing and modifying mechanical equipment;
- Overhauling and inspecting mechanical equipment;
- Training and mentoring of Apprentices.
Requirements and experience:
- Grade 12 with Maths and Science and an E-symbol in English;
- Full NTC 3 with three subjects plus a pass in Trade Theory with Trade Diploma/Certificate (Fitting); OR
- Level III Fitting and pass in Trade Diploma/Certificate;
- Four years experience in Fitting Trade including apprenticeship training;
- A valid code BE driver’s licence; and
- A valid code C driver’s licence will be an advantage;
- A police certificate of conduct not older than six months is required. A record will not automatically disqualify candidates.
Required skills
- Analytical troubleshooting skills;
- Job planning skills;
- Reading technical drawing skills;
- Computer literacy;
- Ability to work in a team;
- Coaching, facilitating, and guiding others on experience gain.
Closing Date: 26 May 2023
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About the Company
Debmarine Namibia recovers diamonds in the offshore recovery licence area off the southern coast of Namibia and operates six diamond recovery vessels and one exploration and sampling vessel.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS::
Debmarine Namibia requires the services of a SharePoint Developer to assist with the design, development and implementation of SharePoint applications, servers and systems within the Debmarine Namibia environment. Responsibilities will include ensuring availability of relevant systems through support functions.
- Provides technical support and assistance to the users and service desk functions to assist with the resolution of customer problems..
- Maintains end-user access policy and permissions, as requested by business units, to keep systems secured.
- Collaborates with the relevant stakeholders regarding technical issues to ensure effective integration with existing applications of technology.
- Supports Business Units with creating and maintaining portals, sites and site collections, using development tools, to meet customer expectation for effective use.
- Performs regular health checks and monitor backup/recovery procedures for the SharePoint systems to ensure compliance to company policies and procedures and to prevent loss of data.
- Performs regular SharePoint housekeeping tasks and implement system improvements/upgrades to ensure system health and proper maintenance.
- Implements and use new software tools and systems for assigned projects as requested.
- Develops, code, check, test and document new or modified systems, applications and programs for specific projects.
- Conducts job duties/responsibilities and develop systems according to the organization’s business systems development methodology and/or its Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodology to ensure successful implementation.
- Facilitates end-user training and compile training materials to provide technical support as necessary to ensure effective use of relevant material and programs for specific projects.
Experience and Qualifications:
- Relevant National Diploma in Information Technology.
- Relevant Degree in Information Technology will be an added advantage.
- At least 2 years working experience in IT.
- Experience working in SharePoint as a developer.
- Experience in web development.
- Experience in .NET development
- Experience in SQL Server or equivalent databases
- Experience with Microsoft IIS/Windows, or equivalent server platforms
KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
- Microsoft Visual Studio Development
- Microsoft SQL Server systems
- Database design applications
- Network, PC, and platform operating systems
- Flowcharting techniques
- Work independently
- Liaison and interpersonal skills at all levels
Interested candidates should please submit a motivation letter and a comprehensive CV with proof of qualifications and experience.:
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Closing Date: 02 June 2023
Preference will be given to Namibian citizens and designated persons as prescribed by the Namibian Affirmative Action Act.
Women and people with disability are encouraged to apply
Only short listed candidates will be contacted and shall be subjected to further assessment and screening.
About the Company
Debmarine Namibia recovers diamonds in the offshore recovery licence area off the southern coast of Namibia and operates six diamond recovery vessels and one exploration and sampling vessel.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS::
Debmarine Namibia requires the services of a Software Engineer. The incumbent will be responsible to analyse data, design, develop, test, install and modify operation specific software, using required methods, procedures and standards to meet technical specifications.
- Provides technical support and assistance to the users and help desk functions to assist with the resolution of customer problems.
- Builds and manage relationships with customers, internal service departments and business units for effective solution development.
- Collaborates with the relevant stakeholders regarding technical issues to ensure effective integration with existing application of technology.
- Documents, modifies and maintains existing systems.
- Identifies system weakness, customer needs and ways to optimize processes.
- Monitors existing systems making recommendations for improved performance and service to the users.
- Assists in resolving program and system problems.
- Provides technical support on subsystems of major systems and resolves application problems.
- Adheres to set design, coding and documentation standards.
- Conducts regular debriefs to ensure that the requirements are interpreted and conveyed accurately.
- Creates and updating technical documentation for systems.
- Being on standby as the need requires in supporting the vessels.
- Ensures housekeeping tasks for systems are performed.
- Develops reliable, efficient tested programmes, that conform to specifications and standards, taking cognisance of Corporate, Industry and Professional standards.
- Attends to all administrative functions of the position, taking cognizance of the need to create a clear audit trail.
Experience and Qualifications:
- National Diploma or equivalent in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Systems
- 2 years relevant software development experience.
KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
- Microsoft Visual Studio Development Suite, C#.NET., ASP.NET, SQL
- Knowledge of application and web servers
- Experience in all aspects of Software Development together with Systems Development Life Cycle and producing Technical designs
- Strong object-oriented design and analysis skills.
- Excellent problem solving, critical thinking, and communication skills.
- Strong ability to learn new technologies in a short time.
- Proven people management skills and professional report writing.
Interested candidates should please submit a motivation letter and a comprehensive CV with proof of qualifications and experience.:
Closing Date: 02 June 2023
Preference will be given to Namibian citizens and designated persons as prescribed by the Namibian Affirmative Action Act.
Women and people with disability are encouraged to apply
Only short listed candidates will be contacted and shall be subjected to further assessment and screening.
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MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
To co-ordinate the production geological function in order to ensure the provision of an effective geological service to meet Swakop Uranium’s (SU) production requirement and objectives.
Key Performance Areas:
- Identify and interpret the impact of new geological information, production results and known factors on the management of available resource.
- Map all open pit exposures and developments to establish the geological character of the ore reserve through the compilation of plans and sections.
- Maintain up-to-date maps of the surrounding Geology, including all exposure and
- geological features identified.
- Oversee sampling programs required to establish ore and geological characteristics.
- Monitor dilution and minimize the adverse effects of dilution on grade.
- Manage stockpile movements to ensure that control over resources is maintained.
- Update geological databases and models spatial relationships of discrete intrusions and waste inclusions.
- Operate the necessary software and hardware systems to enable effective geological data control, storage and manipulation.
Requirements and experience:
- BSc. Honours Degree in Geology or similar qualification in Geology.
- 5 years’ experience as a Geologist with exposure to mine production and GIS systems of which 2 years should be on a supervisory level.
- Experience in geological modelling resource.
- Experience in interpreting geological information, production results.
- Proven experience in using various modelling software such as Data mine, GIS.
- Experience in open pit mining is preferable.
- Valid Code B or BE/ CE Driver’s License.
Closing date: May 22, 2023
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Duty Description
- Assist with planning and implementation of the 2023 Census field operations.
- Assist with questionnaire design, developing data quality control criteria and check collected data.
- Partake in the development of the Census field deployment plan.
- Refine Census methods and procedures for field operations.
- Assist with developing training manuals.
- Conduct Training of trainers and field staffs.
- Supervision of field operations as national supervisors to ensure data quality.
- Partake in the preparations for all levels of trainings.
- Perform any other duties assigned by the Supervisor.
Experience and Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Economics, Population, and Geography, with statistics or similar. With a minimum of at least 1 year working experience
- An Honours degree will be an added advantage.
- Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license with a minimum of two (2) years driving experience.
- Please note that the position requires the frequent use of a personal computer. Therefore, brining your own laptop will be an added advantage.
Added Advantages | Special Requirement(s)
- An Honours degree will be an added advantage
Closing Date: 16 May 2023
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