Electrical & Instrumentation Technician by Newmont Mining Corporation

• To conduct the safe troubleshooting, replacement, repair, testing and general maintenance of electrical and instrumentation production equipment and systems, according to electrical codes and specifications, to optimise plant processing and production.

• Execute electrical maintenance tasks for completion, arising out of schedules received from the E&I Supervisor.
• Conduct daily work planning around Standard Task Procedures (STP's), JHA / FLRA and SAFE checks.
• Identify, resolve and correct detected E&I faults and defects in equipment.
• Troubleshoot technical and/or operational problems.
• Conduct in-depth investigations into faults affecting equipment operations and process flows.
• Diagnose and repair electrical power and control systems, AC V/S drives and associated electrical equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance on all electrical equipment, in line with approved maintenance standards.
• Perform a variety of other maintenance tasks, including predictive and preventative electrical and instrumentation maintenance.
• Perform installations, maintenance and repair activities, in accordance with OEM specifications.
• Read and utilize electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, single line diagrams and circuit diagrams.
• Utilize hand tools, portable electrical tools and maintenance shop equipment safely and effectively.
• Test repaired equipment to determine the extent of effective functioning, including but not limited to maintenance of MCC's, motors and drives.
• Confirm that tag-outs/lockouts are in place when disconnecting/connecting and removing electrical motors.
• Monitor substations in the plant and carry out any maintenance procedures.
• Attend to breakdowns and power outages.
• Maintain sufficient spare availability and stock levels.
• Contribute to the development of Standard Task Procedures (STP's).
• Strive to reduce downtime and minimize costs.

• Deliver on prescribed outcomes and/or provide support services, by applying Newmont's Health, Safety and Environment systems, policies and protocols.
• Participate in regular (i.e. daily) safety leadership efforts.
• Ensure that safety standards are adhered to.
• Eliminate any safety hazards caused by electrical defects.
• Contribute to and attend all safety meetings.

• Maintain records of maintenance and repair work.
• Compile reports on field observations and factor results into weekly/fortnightly planning.

• Examine all malfunctioned electronics and machines and diagnose whether to fix or replace.
• Analyze specified problems and issues to find the best technical solutions within OEM specifications and in accordance with local codes.
• Provide a hands-on solution for electrical faults and defects to equipment and machinery.
• Produce daily reports indicating the jobs completed for the day and submit the report to the E&I Supervisor.

• Accomplish work objectives by determining own daily work and prioritization schedule.
• Coordinate with support services and assign short-term tasks to other Technicians, as necessary.

• Electrical Engineering Technician II Certificate.
• Other relevant Electrical Engineering Trade Test Certificate

• Sound knowledge of applicable electrical codes.
• Sound knowledge of process instrumentation.
• Sound knowledge of electrical maintenance principles and industry standards.
• Advance knowledge of the work management process.
• Advance knowledge of planning and scheduling.

• Minimum of 2 - 3 years' electrical maintenance experience in a mining plant/process environment.
• Wide ranging experience across various voltage electrical works - extra-low, low and high.

• Sound analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Sound communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Sound computer literacy skills (SAP, MS Word, Outlook and other Windows applications).
• Ability to identify problems and to report by using technical names of equipment parts.
• Ability to develop/maintain electrical distribution, generation and transmission systems and networks.
• Ability to correctly read power meters and record the readings accurately.
• Ability to manage the quality of operations, in accordance with the quality standards of the organization and international best practice.
• Ability to work with the following:

• Electrical Distribution Systems. o Electrical Motors (low and High Voltage).
• Overhead power lines maintenance (Up to 34.5kV).
• Power transformers and its accessories.
• Power Factor correction devices i.e. PFC and SVC.
• Power control and monitoring relays.
• Overhead cranes / hoists. o Industrial Un-interruptible Power Supply (UPS).
• Distributed Control Systems.
• Valves, Positioners, Actuators.
• Transducers and Transmitters.
• Digital and Analog Field Components.
• Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems.

• Accuracy.
• Detail focused.
• Quality oriented.
• Reliable.
• Safety conscious.
• Self-motivated.
• Team player.
• Technically inclined.

• Position is located at the Ahafo South mine.
• The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of the job, the employee is required to sit at a desk, climb stairs, walk and stand for periods of time.
• Work Environment: The employee is frequently exposed to noise more than 85 decibels, and high temperature hazardous materials (chemicals and fumes during work at Reagent, CIL and Elution), sharp edges, dust, pinch-points, vibration, slippery surfaces etc. The incumbent will regularly lift heavy materials and / or operate heavy machinery.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Work requires mandatory PPE such as helmet, goggles, high visible clothing, safety harness, ear plugs and dust mask according to working conditions.

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