Underground Electrical Foreman

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AUMS are seeking an experienced Underground Electrical Foreman to join us in our West African Operations on a permanent basis.

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Mining - Engineering & Maintenance

Company: Barminco Pty Ltd

Location: Perth

Work type: Full Time

Salary: n\a

Phone: +61-3-9597-5893

Fax: +61-2-3348-9764

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Established in 2007, AUMS is a leader in providing a full suite of underground mining contract services to the African mining industry, supported by a safe and performance orientated culture. We believe in investing in the development of our people and back them with state of the art equipment and world's best practice.

AUMS are seeking an experienced Underground Electrical Foreman to join us in our West African Operations on a permanent basis. The roster on offer is 8 weeks on, 4 weeks off.

Reporting to Project Manager you will have responsibility for the overall management of the electrical functions for the site and will be required to work closely with the Maintenance Department. In order to be successful in this position, you must be trade qualified and have extensive experience in a similar role in the Underground Mining Industry. You will preferably have experience working as an expatriate.

In this role your responsibilities and duties will include but not be limited to the following:

  • Carry out the supervision of National electricians in the day to day installation & maintenance of the underground / surface reticulation & electrical machine maintenance
  • High voltage installations & testing- including inline joins , 11kv plug terminations
  • Be conversant with Australian AS NZS 3000-2000 electrical installations - AS NZS 3008.1.1 -1998selection of cables - AS NZS 3017 - 2001 testing & inspection guidelines
  • Supervise & ensure all installations comply with Australian standards
  • Compile & maintain work schedules in conjunction with the Project Manager & Mine Foreman for the underground electrical requirements
  • Planning & organizing future electrical requirements for cost effective & efficient management ensuring that electrical stock levels are maintained - in conjunction with Store Supervisor & Project Manager
  • Planning, installation and maintenance of the AutoMine systems on level in conjunction with the AutoMine Technicians and maintenance department
  • Coordinate monthly inspections & mandatory testing of all underground & surface electrical installations - with results made available for auditing
  • Carry out training of national electricians - with the emphasis on Australian electrical regulations & standards - ensure that safety is the main priority for electrical personal
  • Complete & maintain single line drawings of the underground electrical reticulation - updated monthly or as required
  • Responsible for the implementation of tool maintenance & availability for national employees - to stress the importance of testing equipment & having the complete tools
  • Have experience with Flygt pump repairs & maintenance - oversee rebuilds of pumps to maintain spare pumps for immediate use

What we will be looking for in our ideal candidate:

  • A minimum of current A grade electrical license
  • HV switching, certification and jointing
  • At least 5 years' experience of underground electrical supervision
  • Experience with Pronto or SAP
  • Demonstrated ability to design and drive long term change processes
  • Excellent coaching, mentoring and influencing skills, proven self starter with highly developed management and leadership qualities, strong analytical and problem solving skills
  • Hands on approach to lead by example

Cultural sensitivity will be expected from the successful applicant along with a proactive can-do attitude towards all delegated tasks.

Your proactive attitude to safety and driven work ethic will see you as a much valued employee in line with AUMS's values and can do' attitude, and will be rewarded with a highly competitive, targeted, remuneration package completing our vision of a work life balance in a strong team environment.

Prior to hire you will be required to sit a full pre-employment medical, including vaccinations required for the area you will be working, a drug and alcohol screen and site specific clearances.

Your interest and experience can be expressed by clicking on the 'Apply Now' button below.

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